Resources for General Bylaws Chapter 81. Plastic Reduction
Article II. Expanded Polystyrene (EPS) Food Serviceware and Packaging Reduction
Article III. Single-Use Plastic Beverage Straw and Stirrer Reduction
Business Waste Reduction Resource:
Business Waste Reduction Resource:
ReThink Disposable is a technical assistance program to help food business operators reduce waste and cut costs by minimizing disposable packaging items.
Compostable Alternatives:
Compostable Alternatives:
Paper food boat for produce ~ 6¢ each
PLA-lined fiber tray for raw meat ~ 19¢ each
PLA tray for raw meat (Dyne-a-pak)
PLA tray for raw meat (Cryovac)
Wrapped CPLA straw ~ 1.8¢ each
Unwrapped CPLA straw ~ 1.5¢ each
10oz hot/cold PLA-lined paper cup ~ 7¢ each
Let's Reduce Plastic Pollution
Let's Reduce Plastic Pollution
Citizens Articles was brought by LPS Green Teams, Girl Scout Troops, and Lexington residents to 2019 Town Meeting to reduce:
- Expanded Polystyrene (EPS) Food Serviceware and Packaging (Article 30)
- Single-Use Plastic Beverage Straws and Stirrers (Article 31).
Supporters of Proposed Bylaws in Article 30 & 31:
Supporters of Proposed Bylaws in Article 30 & 31:
Girl Scout Presentation BoS.mp4
Troop 65411
Artistry on the Green
