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Smoking Ban Ordinance Proposed In Fitchburg
Mayor Says He Opposes Ban With No Exceptions
UPDATED: 11:57 am CDT June 14,
2006
FITCHBURG, Wis. -- A proposal to ban smoking similar to the one already in place in Madison was put forward at the Fitchburg City Council on Tuesday night.Council Member Steve Arnold introduced the ordinance, but the idea is only in the early stages of discussion, WISC-TV reported.Fitchburg Mayor Tom Clauder said that he is opposed to a ban with no exceptions."This isn't government at its best, when we tell people what to do with every turn," Clauder said. "Government doesn't have to tell people what to do. The city of Madison is hurt by it."Arnold disagrees. He said that it will make Fitchburg a healthier place to live and work.Stay tuned to WISC-TV and Channel 3000 for continuing coverage.
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