Web Poll

Posted Feb 23, 2012 By EMC News

THIS WEEK'S POLL QUESTION

Do you think the city needs stronger rules for pool enclosures?

A) Yes. We need to be more proactive in keeping children safe.

B) No. The current rules are enough and adding a fence will ruin my view of my pool.

C) I'm in favour of measures to keep kids safe, but they shouldn't take more money out of my pocket.

D) It should be up to the pool industry to find creative solutions to make its product safer.

LAST WEEK'S POLL SUMMARY

Should the city move to ban smoking on restaurant and bar patios?

A) Yes. Smoking is a hazard to public health and the city would be right to take action. 44%

B) No. This is a case of over-regulation of private businesses. 37%

C) I think the city should charge businesses extra to buy a licence to set up outdoor smoking areas. 12%

D) Isn't it about time we just made smoking illegal anyways? 7%

To vote in our web polls, visit us at www.yourottawaregion.com/community/cityofottawa