I wanted to take a minute to wish all of the readers a very happy 2011! I hope that your new year is off to a great start. As we start a new year, I wanted to mention a couple of new items that might be helpful.
The Tobacco Modernization and Compliance Act of 2010 took effect on August 1, 2010. The Act expands the definition of what is regulated as tobacco in this state to include things like e-cigarettes, mints laced with tobacco, etc. (See the July 30 blog entry for more details.) In light of the changes to the tobacco law, the League collaborated with William Mitchell’s Public Health Law Center to create a model tobacco ordinance. The model ordinance covers regulations on the sale, consumption and possession of tobacco and tobacco related products. The ordinance is available on the League’s website by clicking here.
I did a couple of postings last year about animal regulation issues that mentioned the new League memo “Animal Regulation in Cities.” The memo has been completed and is available on the League’s website or by clicking here. (If you would prefer a paper copy, please call the League and we will mail on to you.) The memo covers many aspects of animal regulation, such as rights and responsibilities, as well as many different types of animals, including dogs, cats, and exotic animals. This memo has been one of my pet projects (pun intended) and I am pleased with the final product. I hope that you find it helpful.
Also, the League's Handbook for Minnesota Cities has been completely updated to include all of the 2010 legislative changes, as well as relevant court opinions, rules, etc. You can view the Handbook online here. The Handbook is a great resource for many city related issues.
As we all gear up for the many issues that will surely face us in 2011, please feel free to contact me with questions or subjects you think would make for a good posting.
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