Public Smoking Ban At Parks, Beaches and Playgrounds Introduced In New York City

It looks like New York City is leading the way for public health safety by introducing a public smoking ban in all public parks, malls, plazas,  beaches and playgrounds or risk a $50 fine.

What took so long?  Go New York.  I hope you succeed.  Next up, charging parents who smoke in their home occupied by minors with child negligence.