The city of Monterey is holding a sign contest to celebrate the
new smoking ban on Fisherman's Wharf. The city plans on
installing a sign at the wharf entrance warning people that
smoking is not permitted.  Submittals must be an original two-
dimensional graphic that can be reproduced on a standard public
sign. The art may be in any medium such as pencil, pen, digital
art, watercolors, pastels, collages, etc.  Graphics that promote
the protection of marine life, Monterey Bay and public health
will be given priority consideration.  Submissions should be at
least 8-by-10 inches but not larger than 18-by-24 inches in
size. Participants should be 18 years old or older or have
permission from a parent or guardian.  Send entries to: Ted
Terrasas, sustainability coordinator, city hall, 580 Pacific
St., Monterey, CA, 93940, or  For information, call 646-5662 or
see  Entries must be received by 5 p.m. Feb. 7, 2014.  Prizes
include a $100 gift card for first place, $50 for second place,
and $25 for third.