Title of Item:
VOLUNTARY REDUCTION OF SINGLE-USE PLASTICS AND POLYSTYRENE PRODUCTS:
RESOLUTION No. 47-2019; A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COMMISSION OF THE CITY OF STUART, FLORIDA, SUPPORTING THE VOLUNTARY REDUCTION AND ULTIMATE ELIMINATION OF SINGLE-USE PLASTIC STRAWS AND POLYSTYRENE PRODUCTS AND THE OVERALL REDUCTION OF PLASTIC POLLUTION; PROVIDING FOR AN OUTREACH CAMPAIGN TO EDUCATE THE PUBLIC, K-12 STUDENTS AND BUSINESSES REGARDING THE HARM CREATED BY PLASTIC AND POLYSTYRENE PRODUCTS TO TERRESTRIAL AND MARINE ENVIRONMENTS; JOINING A COLLABORATIVE REGIONAL PARTNERSHIP; AND PROVIDING FOR AN EFFECTIVE DATE.
Summary Explanation/Background Information on Agenda Request:
On April 23, 2019, the Board of County Commissioners for Martin County adopted a similar resolution supporting the voluntary reduction of single-use plastics and polystyrene products within the County while establishing a collaborative partnership with various organizations who have similar environmental goals and interests. This resolution was drafted with the intent to join this collaborative and participate in the voluntary programs and educational outreach campaign.
Funding Source:
N/A
Recommended Action:
Recommend approval of Resolution 47-2019. | | |