Ban plastic bags and require fees for paper bags at stores
In Plain English
Richmond stores currently provide free plastic and paper bags to customers. If approved, stores must stop giving out plastic bags entirely and charge 5-10 cents for each paper bag. The fee encourages customers to bring reusable bags and reduces waste in the city.
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Votes
Adopt Ordinance No. 11-13 N.S. single-use bag ordinance and Ordinance No. 12-13 N.S. amendments to the food ware ordinance
5 to 2
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