Law Status
Approved
Status Date
Locations
Reusable Definition
Any bag with handles that is specifically designed and manufactured for multiple uses, minimum lifetime capacity of 125 or more uses, carry 22 or more pounds over a distance of at least 175 feet, has a minimum volume of 15 liters, made of cloth or other machine washable fabric, Shall not contain lead, cadmium, or any other heavy metal in toxic amounts. Or made of other durable material including plastic at least 2.25 thick.
Paper Bag Id Requirements
Yes
Stores Affected
A retail establishment that sells perishable or nonperishable goods, licensed to do business in the City. The term Store does not include a Public Eating Establishment.
Fees
Paper Fee: $0.10 per bag
Comply Date
Ordinance
903-2012
Law Text Details
Notes
4/1/2012 Moving forward with proposal for bag ban and $0.10 fee on paper bags. Final reading scheduled for May 14th.
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