A possible ban on the sale of flavored tobacco products was discussed during a city council workshop in South Portland Tuesday night.

Community members spoke for and against the ban, which would include vaping products.

Some who support the ban say the products are getting kids hooked.

According to the 2021 Maine Integrated Youth Health Survey, 31 percent of Maine students say they have used vape products.

Some shop owners say they are not trying to get kids hooked, and it is not fair to punish adults who use the products responsibly.

Councilors hope to have a first reading on the proposed ban in early December.

If approved, the city would join Portland, Brunswick and Bangor in banning the sale of flavored tobacco products.