Re: [StPaul] Smoking Ban

[brian bates]

I think I read something recently about tax revenues to the state from 
bars not increasing after the state allowed the bars to stay open the 
extra hour. I believe that probably means the bars have not increased 
their revenues with the extra hour - no doubt one of the owner's 
arguments or motivations. Just maybe these folks do not know their 
businesses as well as they would have you believe. Brian Bates, MacGrove

M Charles Swope wrote:
The NY Times has an article today assessing the
affects of the smoking ban there. Just as here in St.
Paul, bar owners predicted disaster from a ban. Now,
however, they seem to be in favor of it. Business
hasn't suffered. In fact it's up slightly and patrons,
employees and owners all seem agreed that the bars are
more pleasant places to be.
http://www.nytimes.com/2005/02/06/nyregion/06xsmoke.html
Perhaps its time for another try here in St. Paul.
Charlie Swope
Ward 1
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