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Well, the councillor replied. He clarified that you probably would have to spit at someone to receive the maximum fine which seems a tad more reasonable. What worried me was his campaign was for spitting yet he couldn't spell "saliva"...I'll copy all the responses straight from what he emailed to me:
Q1. How long has this concern been amongst the Fairfield community?
This has been a concern throughout all of sydney for decades. Several years ago people used to chew tobacco and spit it out. This matter has been raised several times through Fairfield Council, but I beleive (sic) this is the first anti spitting campaign arranged.
Q2. Do you expect the trial ban to be stretched after the six month period?
We have received alot of support for this campaign and I beleive it will continue after the 6 month trial period.
Q3. You noted that the ban arose because it is a disgusting habit. What is your stance on handing down such a large fine on what can be coined as socially unacceptable behaviour?
It's not just discusting (sic), it's also a public health issue. It's never been about issueing (sic) fines, it's more about education and creating awareness that this behaviour should not and will not be tolerated. Ibeleive (sic) this campaign is working.
Q4. Why is the fine so large ($1,100) in comparison to acts which some may view as so much more detrimental ie. drink driving?
The actual fine for spitting is $110 and a maximum of $1100. You would probably have to spit at someone to receive a maximum penalty. Please note that its (sic) not just for the spitting of seliva (sic), but any form of spitting (i.e spitting of chewing gum etc)
posted by Thao @ 7:14 pm
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