Tobacco and vaping regulations

On December 17, 2019, the City Council adopted Ordinance No. 1064 restricting the sale of all tobacco products in pharmacies, and flavored tobacco products and electronic cigarettes/vaping products in tobacco retailers within Menlo Park.
The ordinance became effective January 17, 2020.

Key provisions of Menlo Park's ordinance

No flavored tobacco products (includes menthol cigarettes)
No electronic cigarettes
No free samples/coupons
No out of package samples
No self-service displays
No tobacco products in pharmacies

Before January 17, 2020, local tobacco retailers received a visit by a trained volunteer to help answer any questions about the ordinance and to support retailer compliance.

FAQs

When was the ordinance adopted?

Menlo Park’s ordinance was adopted December 17, 2019, and after a 30-day period, became effective January 17, 2020.

What can a retailer do with its existing inventory of products no longer allowed?

Retailers should attempt to return product their vendors or sell off the inventory before the ordinance becomes effective.

Who should tobacco retailers contact with questions?

Please contact:

San Mateo County Health’s Tobacco Prevention Program

310 Harbor Blvd.

Belmont, CA 94002

650-573-3777

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Report a violation

San Mateo County Health Tobacco Prevention Program
Email

650-573-3777