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.