A small town in France is implementing a ban on mobile phones in public places

A small town in France, Saint-Port (located not far from Paris), has decided to ban cell phones in public places.

Residents voted to disallow phone usage in certain parts of the city, which has made life a bit more challenging for tourists and locals, according to The Sun.

Out of over 2000 residents, only 272 participated in the referendum: 146 voted in favor of banning gadgets in public places, while 126 were against it.

Now, there are signs posted throughout the city that read: "Screen-free community, protect our children!"

Mayor Vincent Paul-Petit has pledged to construct a sports center and a movie theater for children and teenagers to keep them occupied, active, and, most importantly, away from screens.

The new decree, to be announced by the mayor in the coming days, prohibits the use of phones and other devices in front of schools, in stores, while walking down the street, or during public events.

Despite the vote and the new measures, there will be no real penalties for phone use in the city.