HomeMy WebLinkAboutResolutions - 1989.04.27 - 16959April 27, 1989
Miscellaneous Resolution 4 89,114
BY: Dennis M. Aaron, County Commissioner-District #19
RE: AN ORDINANCE BANNING THE USE OF PLASTIC CONTAINERS AND PLASTIC ACCESSORIES
IN THE INTRA-STATE SALES OF FOOD AND BEVERAGES AT THE RETAIL LEVEL
TO THE OAKLAND COUNTY BOARD OF COMMISSIONERS
Mr. Chairperson, Ladies and Gentlemen:
WHEREAS, the County of Oakland has commenced a program for the reduction
and sale disposal of solid waste; and
WHEREAS, the burning of items containing plastic materials can cause
emissions of toxic chemicals not only into the air but into the ground affecting
the quality and safety of our water supply; and
WHEREAS, continued use of plastic for packaging results in a shameful
waste of natural resources and has a detrimental effect on the environment.
NOW THEREFORE BE IT RESOLVED that the County of Oakland shall adopt a
resolution banning the use of plastic packaging materials and containers, except
those that shall meet standards as to biodegradability, in the intra-state sale
of food purchased for consumption on the premises of a retail establishment or
intended for consumption off the premises of a retail establishment and which
food items are presently subject to the State of Michigan sales and use tax.
BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED that this resolution shall also apply to the sales
of potables of all kinds and shall apply to the sales and distribution of
plastic items normally used or given to the purchaser as part of the sale of
the food or potables including, but not necessarily limited to, lids and tops;
forks, knives and spoons; drinking straws and stirrers; packages of sugars and
sweeteners; containers of milk, cream or artificial creams and whiteners; as
well as bags, boxes and containers or trays used in the sale of such food and
potables.
BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED that the County of Oakland shall make a concerted
effort to encourage the various other jurisdictions in the County to adopt a
similar and uniform type of ordinance and that school districts and non-profit
organizations disbursing food and potables be encouraged to abide by this
resolution.
BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED that this County ordinance shall take effect six
months after approval by the Governor of the State of Michigan.
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Mr. Chairperson, I move the adoption,of the foregoiug res9Eution.
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Dennis M. Aaron
County Commissioner, District 419
#89114
April 27, 1989
The Chairperson referred the resolution to the Government and Transportation
Committee. There were no objections.