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Los Gatos

Law Status
Approved
Status Date
Locations
Reusable Definition

Reusable bag means either a bag made of cloth or other machine washable fabric that has handles, or a durable plastic bag with handles that is at least 2.25 mil thick and is specifically designed and manufactured for multiple reuse. and manufactured for multiple reuse. A garment bag may meet the above criteria regardless of whether it has handles or not.

Paper Bag Id Requirements
Yes
Stores Affected

Retail establishment means any commercial establishment that sells perishable or nonperishable goods including, but not limited to, clothing, food, and personal items directly to the customer; and is located within or doing business within the geographical limits of the City of Los Gatos. Retail establishment does not include public eating establishments or nonprofit charitable reusers.

Fees
Paper Fee: $0.25 per bag.
Comply Date
Ordinance
2219
Law Text Details
Notes

8/26/2013 First reading approved. Second reading scheduled for September 2013. 8/19/2013 Meeting held to vote on proposal. 11/06/2012: SEE SAN MATEO COUNTY passed their ordinance on 11/6/2012 and this city can use it to move forward on their own ordinance. 4/2012 considering a ban in 2012- also see West Valley.

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