Ludlow City Council unanimously passed an ordinance last week banning smoking on city property, in places of employment and in enclosed public spaces.
As a result, the city now joins Bellevue, Dayton and Highland Heights, who have also approved smoke-free ordinances.
“The Ludlow City Council is thoroughly committed to our community’s health,” said Ludlow Mayor Chris Wright in a press release. “This is just one way we can help build a brighter and healthier Ludlow for all citizens.”
Several region-wide institutions, including St. Elizabeth Healthcare, the Northern Kentucky Chamber of Commerce and the OneNKY Alliance have all advocated for smoking bans, to mixed reaction among community members and businesses. Other cities that have passed smoking bans in Kentucky include Lexington, London, Louisville and Morehead.
Across the river in Ohio, a statewide smoking ban went into effect in 2007.
You can read the full ordinance below.