The Arlington County Board voted unanimously on Saturday to ban guns and ammunition in all government buildings, parks, and events with county-issued permits.

The vote stems from a new state law that lets localities set their own rules on whether guns should be permitted on public property. It was one of a slew of new gun laws passed by the Democratic majority in the General Assembly earlier this year.

The vote in Arlington followed a public hearing in July where dozens of residents testified about the ordinance.

“After hearing from many people, both for and against this measure, the Board has adopted gun restrictions that we believe reflect the values of our community,” said County Board Chair Libby Garvey in a press release.

Two changes were made to the final ordinance after the hearing: one clarifies that the law only applies in clearly marked areas, and another allows an exemption for private security hired by organizers of special events. The board also approved $110,000 in funding to pay for the signs marking the banned areas.

According to a press release, the ordinance will be enforced by “verbal warnings.” If an individual is charged with violating the law, it will be treated as a misdemeanor.

In June, Alexandria was the first local jurisdiction to pass a law banning firearms and ammunition in city buildings, parks, and permitted special events. Earlier this month, the Loudoun County Board of Supervisors voted to advance a gun ban, and lawmakers in Fairfax County are set to take public testimony on the issue next week.