One thing they could do to improve the Fair

[pmcalk]

Is it really too much to ask that the ride operators NOT SMOKE while they are working?  

I know that it isn't likely that we will be able to make the fair smoke free.  As much as I hate standing in line for a ride, while someone blows smoke in my face, I guess I can deal with it.

But when the operator for the kiddie rides dangles a cigarette out of his mouth while he fastens the kids in to the cars--something is just wrong with that picture.  I don't want to pay money for someone to blow smoke in my kids face.  It's not like they don't get breaks--they are free to smoke then.  Can't they go a few hours without a cigarette?  

I know these people don't get paid much.  I just think that it really isn't that much to ask.  If county wants to promote the fair as a family friendly venue, it would be such a simple step and such a great improvement.  

Did anyone else notice this at the fair?

[EricP]

I noticed people smoking right up by the entrances to the main QT center by the ramp where ALL the babies were being pushed (including mine) in their strollers. It was lovely.

[Wilbur]

It's the fair.  What do you expect?

[EricP]

quote:Originally posted by Wilbur

It's the fair.  What do you expect?

Mullets.

And I was not disappointed. []

[pmcalk]

I know it is the fair, and I shouldn't expect much.  But I cannot think of another job that allows you to smoke while you are working--let alone a job that deals with children.  The Fair Board should be embarrassed that people working at the fair with children are smoking on the job.

[sgrizzle]

quote:Originally posted by pmcalk

I know it is the fair, and I shouldn't expect much.  But I cannot think of another job that allows you to smoke while you are working--let alone a job that deals with children.  The Fair Board should be embarrassed that people working at the fair with children are smoking on the job.

Right after they're embarrassed they removed the best ride at the fair, and that the midway operators are on a no bid contract, and that those same operators rarely have insurance or pay bills, etc.

[breitee]

quote:Originally posted by Wilbur

It's the fair.  What do you expect?

It's Murphy, what do you expect?

[MDepr2007]

Oh how I miss the good old days when people @itched less......[]

[cannon_fodder]

I think they could really use a full-size roller coaster and a log ride.  [xx(]

[inteller]

no way!  leave the fair like it is.  It is the only time I get to go observe the marvelous petree dish of carnies, rednecks, and white trash okies.

It is the social equivalent of staring into a bucket of puke while someone is taking a piss in it.  A little might splash on ya but it is still interesting to watch.  So enjoy the second hand smoke, it is all part of the "experience".[}:)]