Moving Ashtrays Away From Entrance of Squares.

[kucssdom]

They have all the ashtrays at the entrances at the square where smokers congregate and all the smoke blows onto the square. Yuck!
No smoking within 500 feet of square is more appropriate, many commercial buildings and hospitals have this policy and hopefully TV will implement this.

[Chi-Town]

Gotta hold your breath when discarding any trash.

[Bilyclub]

A ban at the restaurants would be nice. Ever walk by the patio of City Fire ?

[retiredguy123]

They have all the ashtrays at the entrances at the square where smokers congregate and all the smoke blows onto the square. Yuck!
No smoking within 500 feet of square is more appropriate, many commercial buildings and hospitals have this policy and hopefully TV will implement this.
500 feet is a bit much. Most rules and laws for commercial buildings prohibit smoking within 25 feet of the building entrance. Even Federal buildings have the same 25 foot rule. Although, some hospital complexes do not allow any smoking on their property at all, even outside the buildings.

[Bill14564]

Interesting first post and user name.

[Bilyclub]

Interesting first post and user name.


I would normally say welcome to TOTV for a first post, but not this one.

[Stu from NYC]

500 ft wow asking a bit much.

[fdpaq0580]

They have all the ashtrays at the entrances at the square where smokers congregate and all the smoke blows onto the square. Yuck!
No smoking within 500 feet of square is more appropriate, many commercial buildings and hospitals have this policy and hopefully TV will implement this.

Welcome to TOTV. Be prepared for the "less friendly" responses. They will likely be the smokers.

[Michael G.]

Always like the sign at a retail business on NON-smoking:

"If you come in here smoking, you better be on fire.":thumbup:

[retiredguy123]

500 ft wow asking a bit much.
It would prohibit smoking from dozens of businesses located near the squares, some of which are not even on the square.

[fdpaq0580]

It would prohibit smoking from dozens of businesses located near the squares, some of which are not even on the square.

Personally, I don't see that as a bad thing. 😤

[BobnBev]

Welcome to TOTV. Be prepared for the "less friendly" responses. They will likely be the smokers.

X-2:BigApplause:

[retiredguy123]

Personally, I don't see that as a bad thing. 😤
I have never smoked, and I wouldn't have an issue with any smoking ban. I was just stating a fact. And, the statement that many commercial buildings have a 500 foot smoking ban policy is not accurate.

[Two Bills]

From the age of 12, until I was 46, I put as much nicotine down my throat as I could manage.
Since stopping, I cannot stand the smell, and avoid any area where it is permitted.
Nothing as fanatical as a born again non-smoker!:pray:

[retiredguy123]

From the age of 12, until I was 46, I put as much nicotine down my throat as I could manage.
Since stopping, I cannot stand the smell, and avoid any area where it is permitted.
Nothing as fanatical as a born again non-smoker!:pray:
I can usually tolerate cigarette smoke, except when I am eating. But, I think that anyone who smokes a cigar in public is just being inconsiderate and rude.

[kucssdom]

It would prohibit smoking from dozens of businesses located near the squares, some of which are not even on the square.


It may be up to the businesses themselves to ban smoking within the confines of their outside area.

Although TV probably has the authority to ban smoking on the entire entertainment square block, forcing people to smoke across the street. I'm sure the folks on oxygen would appreciate it.

Some condominiums and apartments banned smoking entirely in the building including your unit.

In 2020 the CDC estimated 12.5% smokes cigarettes in America. That statistic is probably 10% today.

I smoked for many years and know how hard it is to stop so I'm not self righteous and totally understand but the folks enjoying the music and dancing shouldn't have to be subjected to breathing that poison.

[Two Bills]

It may be up to the businesses themselves to ban smoking within the confines of their outside area.

Although TV probably has the authority to ban smoking on the entire entertainment square block, forcing people to smoke across the street. I'm sure the folks on oxygen would appreciate it.

Some condominiums and apartments banned smoking entirely in the building including your unit.

In 2020 the CDC estimated 12.5% smokes cigarettes in America. That statistic is probably 10% today.

I smoked for many years and know how hard it is to stop so I'm not self righteous and totally understand but the folks enjoying the music and dancing shouldn't have to be subjected to breathing that poison.

From your page layout, I think I know you from a previous life.
Given the number of holidays I think you have had, your username is quite topical as well;)!

[ThirdOfFive]

They have all the ashtrays at the entrances at the square where smokers congregate and all the smoke blows onto the square. Yuck!
No smoking within 500 feet of square is more appropriate, many commercial buildings and hospitals have this policy and hopefully TV will implement this.
I quit the coffin-nails back in 1985, not for any overriding health issues but because of the GAWDawful price for a pack of Marlboros (45 cents a pack) and I was a three-pack-per-day guy. Today, back where I hail from, I've seen people hand a $100 bill for a carton and get back maybe $3 and change. Crazy. I've often maintained that there are far cheaper ways of committing suicide.

All that notwithstanding--I have absolutely no problem with people smoking outdoors in public. Indoors, in bars and restaurants? If the merchant wants to ban smoking--fine. They are under no obligation to do so in sixteen states, Florida among them. But to my mind banning outside smoking in public areas smacks of big-brotherism running rampant.

[Kenswing]

From your page layout, I think I know you from a previous life.
Given the number of holidays I think you have had, your username is quite topical as well;)!
LOL - I was thinking the same thing. I wonder if he's going to commit forum suicide under one of his other names now that he has a new account.. :1rotfl:

[Bill14564]

Don't believe I've seen anyone smoking at the squares. Certainly have never seen any congregating at the ashtrays.

Better to have the ashtrays than fires in the trash cans or butts on the dance floor.

People can choose not to sit next to the ashtrays if they are offended by their presence.

Likely more "poison" coming from the vehicles circling the squares looking for parking. What's next, close the squares to cars, trucks, and golf carts?

[Taltarzac725]

They could put in some small fans near the ash trays to push the smoke away from the Squares.

[Gpsma]

How about we ban the old unwashed and flatulent away from the aquares too?

The stench of people here is disgusting at times

[Stu from NYC]

It would prohibit smoking from dozens of businesses located near the squares, some of which are not even on the square.

I agree with no smoking indoors but outside should be allowed but to a point.

[Stu from NYC]

How about we ban the old unwashed and flatulent away from the aquares too?

The stench of people here is disgusting at times

Especially on elevators

[Taltarzac725]

San Francisco put in some ordinances forbidding smoking in public areas.

[Djean1981]

Agreed. It's gross

[JMintzer]

San Francisco put in some ordinances forbidding smoking in public areas.

Of course they did...

[twoplanekid]

How about we ban the old unwashed and flatulent away from the aquares too?

The stench of people here is disgusting at times

When I return home after playing pickleball for 2 hours in the heat, my wife has this 5 foot rule until I take a shower. :laugh:

[PugMom]

we are outside !! in the fresh air! no smoke bothers me so much that i need to infringe on the actions of others. where exactly would you put the ashtrays? ������ God Bless us, the smoke nazi's are here

[Hape2Bhr]

San Francisco put in some ordinances forbidding smoking in public areas.

However bodily excretions are permitted anywhere.

[Garywt]

Maybe I am not around enough but have not really noticed much smoke. We always sit outside the square when listening to music. There should be designated areas though.

[jswirs]

They have all the ashtrays at the entrances at the square where smokers congregate and all the smoke blows onto the square. Yuck!
No smoking within 500 feet of square is more appropriate, many commercial buildings and hospitals have this policy and hopefully TV will implement this.
Not a big deal, for me anyway.

[Rylee]

Stay home.

[jedalton]

how about just making it non smoking

[La lamy]

I would normally say welcome to TOTV for a first post, but not this one.

I bet you're a smoker, hahaha!

[me4vt]

Making a Political statement on Smoking!!

[La lamy]

I can usually tolerate cigarette smoke, except when I am eating. But, I think that anyone who smokes a cigar in public is just being inconsiderate and rude.

Agreed about cigars.

[me4vt]

Stay home!

[me4vt]

Get a referendum and Vote on it November 8th!!!!

[me4vt]

So what you’re saying is I can’t enjoy my life if it makes Your life uncomfortable!!

[Beyond The Wall]

Fortunately TV is in Florida and NOT NY! Smoking is one of the the little freedoms that comes with bigger freedom

[mjr0773]

They have all the ashtrays at the entrances at the square where smokers congregate and all the smoke blows onto the square. Yuck!
No smoking within 500 feet of square is more appropriate, many commercial buildings and hospitals have this policy and hopefully TV will implement this.

If you want the unedited opinions of other Villagers, this is a good place to post. If you want to change something in the Villages, posting here is not your best use of your time.

[mkjelenbaas]

They have all the ashtrays at the entrances at the square where smokers congregate and all the smoke blows onto the square. Yuck!
No smoking within 500 feet of square is more appropriate, many commercial buildings and hospitals have this policy and hopefully TV will implement this.
What did they say when you called the district office? Or did you - this site will not offer what your looking for.

[Pachine58]

I can’t say I have ever seen a group congregated by the ashtrays in any of the squares smoking non stop.
You are outside in the open space, so this sounds more like a whiner trying to infringe on others.
Mind your own business and live your life. Quit forcing your opinion on other peoples lifestyles.

I am not a smoker, but last I looked smoking was legal in this country.

[mikeycereal]

Been to the Brownwood square for live music and farmers market several times and never noticed the smell of smoke. Including walking past the City Fire. Maybe some non-smokers don't detect as much as former ones? :shrug:

[midiwiz]

They have all the ashtrays at the entrances at the square where smokers congregate and all the smoke blows onto the square. Yuck!
No smoking within 500 feet of square is more appropriate, many commercial buildings and hospitals have this policy and hopefully TV will implement this.

at what point does the karen nonsense stop? Does any smoker have any rights any more? this is in the open air! Who cares. if you don't like it move away from it. It's really your problem that you walk towards that direction not anyone smoking.

what's next? no one within 1000 yards of the square shouldn't serve any red meat??

[Lyn Wagner]

Why should we have to be subjected to the cancer chemicals form there smoke, they should ban smoking from the squares. And they should allow smoking only inside the restraunts where they can all share their cancer chemicals with each other.if only smokers were aloud in the restraunts bet even the smokers couldnt stand the stink.

[bowlingal]

kuc.....so not true about 500 feet. You are a new member I've noticed. Don't start off your new post with a lie...will not be tolerated

[Aqtlow]

From the age of 12, until I was 46, I put as much nicotine down my throat as I could manage.
Since stopping, I cannot stand the smell, and avoid any area where it is permitted.
Nothing as fanatical as a born again non-smoker!:pray:
Hi me to, same age span now at 64 I find it strange that anyone still thinks smoking is cool, and I considered myself a slow leaner.

[Oldragbagger]

They have all the ashtrays at the entrances at the square where smokers congregate and all the smoke blows onto the square. Yuck!
No smoking within 500 feet of square is more appropriate, many commercial buildings and hospitals have this policy and hopefully TV will implement this.

I can’t stand the smell of smoke either but, honestly, this is a step too far. I appreciate that people can’t smoke inside restaurants and public buildings but this is an outside venue. We almost always have a good breeze here to keep the air moving, and this is still a free country. The square is a large area, if the smell is especially strong in an area, move to another spot.

[Aqtlow]

Hi with the explosion of people here in the Villages I do think that banning cars from the Squares wouldn’t be a bad idea, there plenty of parking lots for cars, and let golf carts park in the squares. Just thinking out loud!

[Aqtlow]

I can’t stand the smell of smoke either but, honestly, this is a step too far. I appreciate that people can’t smoke inside restaurants and public buildings but this is an outside venue. We almost always have a good breeze here to keep the air moving, and this is still a free country. The square is a large area, if the smell is especially strong in an area, move to another spot.
Yes we should inconvenience ourselves for people being inconsiderate with there bad behaviors. Makes sense to me. Lol

[Aqtlow]

at what point does the karen nonsense stop? Does any smoker have any rights any more? this is in the open air! Who cares. if you don't like it move away from it. It's really your problem that you walk towards that direction not anyone smoking.

what's next? no one within 1000 yards of the square shouldn't serve any red meat??
So we should let people shoot up dope and smoke pot, snort coke outside the squares because we are being Karen’s if we don’t. Makes sense to . Lol really mr gold member

[ronwinger]

Has anyone ever noticed... (this is a for instance) Publix's employees can not smoke near their store so they go down the block and smoke near the Hardware Store. The Hardware Store employees go down and smoke near the Shoe Store. The Shoe Store employees go down near Publix and the circle continues.

[fdpaq0580]

we are outside !! in the fresh air! no smoke bothers me so much that i need to infringe on the actions of others. where exactly would you put the ashtrays? ������ God Bless us, the smoke nazi's are here

If no one was smoking you wouldn't need ashtrays. Where are the butts now? On the ground. Filthy habit/addiction. 🚬

[fdpaq0580]

Stay home.

You're talking to the smokers, right? 🚬🚬🚬😤

[ThirdOfFive]

So what you’re saying is I can’t enjoy my life if it makes Your life uncomfortable!!
Quite a lot of people like that in our world, and more all the time. Heaven save us from the self-appointed saviors!

But there is a huge hypocrisy here. Ever notice that even the must virtuous of the anti-tobacco folks never call for making tobacco illegal? One would think, considering the dangers attendant to tobacco use so often voiced, that going that route would be the only logical thing to do. But that don't. Ever wonder why?

Over $12 BILLION dollars in tobacco taxes collected per year is why.

[Bilyclub]

I bet you're a smoker, hahaha!

Not about smoking. It's the name. Could be several different interpretations of what it is.
Plus, it's more than likely a new account for a old member looking to start some mischief.

[fdpaq0580]

Stay home!

You're talking to the smokers, right?

[billethkid]

I believe the merry go round is picking up speed......

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[RICH1]

Another Anti-smoking Crusader joining the fight 40 years late
( but he/she will light up a big fat joint huh)

[fdpaq0580]

So what you’re saying is I can’t enjoy my life if it makes Your life uncomfortable!!

So, are you implying that you cannot enjoy your life unless you are making others uncomfortable? 😶

[loufromnewjersey]

She probably got here yesterday and already trying to impose her will. WWII, Korea, and VietNam everybody smoked and guess what they are all here