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  • Breathe California of the Bay Area continues to advocate on behalf of non-smokers
  • We believe non-smokers should be free from exposure to secondhand smoke in public places
  • Help us support restrictions on smoking in outdoor establishments
  • Call the Secondhand Smoke Helpline (408) 999-0500 to commend establishments with smoke-free outdoor dining and report those that do not
  • For more information about the status of these efforts contact us at (408) 998-5865 or info@lungsrus.org
  • Call the California Smokers Helpline 1-800-NO-BUTTS for free help to quit smoking

​In the last five years, many cities within Santa Clara County have adopted strict restrictions on smoking at various locations, significantly limiting the number of outdoor spaces where smoking is allowed and banning smoking in all multi-family housing except for designated smoking areas. The City of Santa Clara is considering expanding its smoking ordinances to limit or ban smoking of cigars, cigarettes, e-cigarettes, and any other tobacco or cannabis products in additional outdoor public spaces as well as private units of multi-family housing. The public is invited to attend a community meeting to learn more about these proposed changes and provide feedback on potential changes to the ordinance. An online survey is also available at: www.santaclaraca.gov/smoking

  • February 1, 2:00 p.m. – 3:00 p.m. Council Chambers located at 1500 Warburton Avenue, Santa Clara, CA
  • February 1, 6:00 p.m. – 7:00 p.m. Northside Branch Library (Northside Community Room) located at 695 Moreland Way, Santa Clara, CA
  • February 7, 6:00 p.m. – 7:00 p.m. Council Chambers located at 1500 Warburton Avenue, Santa Clara, CA