Comment 12973

By Frank (registered) | Posted October 17, 2007 at 08:19:11

Hey young coot... if I'm not mistaken, smoking regulations now ban smoking on outdoor public patios unless they are designated strictly as smoker only spaces. Also, it'd be a good idea to check out the atmosphere in the pubs in question before making rulings. Pubs are generally smaller establishments and attract a more select clientelle than bars. Outdoor patios on James North shouldn't be an issue since the neighbourhoods themselves are relatively noisy until late at night. The problem is that people think it's a strictly residential community. It's actually a city...a place where various functions of society take place, not just sleeping. Also, what are the rules and regs with respect to outdoor patios? If the bar you live by is incredibly noisy or boisterous, make a complaint. People applying for new licenses should be given the benefit of the doubt. Perhaps a trial period for the patio along with open sessions of council where residents can bring their issues forward to the owners and city legislators and have them addressed. The lousy owners should never be able to ruin it for those who intend to bring character and an improved atmosphere to our city.

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