Town of Arlington, Town Bylaws, Title VIII (Public Health and Safety)

Citation: Town of Arlington, Town Bylaws, Title VIII (Public Health and Safety)
Jurisdiction: Arlington (municipal)
Source: Official source
Original Source: https://www.arlingtonma.gov/town-governance/laws-and-regulations/town-bylaws/... ↗

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which is herein referenced in this bylaw as “Rigid Polystyrene.” Rigid Polystyrene is generally used to make clear clamshell containers, and clear or colored cups, plates, straws, lids and utensils.

Polystyrene may be labeled with the recycling number “6” or “PS 6”.

E. “Polystyrene Disposable Food Services Containers” shall mean single-use disposable products used for serving, consuming, or transporting food or beverages, including, but not limited to, take-out foods or leftovers from partially consumed meals prepared by a restaurant or other food establishment. This includes, but is not limited to, plates, cups, bowls, trays, hinged or lidded containers, straws, cup lids, and cutlery. It shall also include single-use disposable packaging for uncooked foods prepared on the premises, as well as disposable catering trays.

F. “Public Venues” shall mean operations including, but not limited to, meeting halls, churches, Town offices, the Senior Center, Recreation Department facilities, libraries, and public schools operating in Arlington.

G. “Retail Establishments” shall mean any commercial business facility, whether for-profit or not-for-profit, that sells goods directly to consumers including, but not limited to, grocery stores, pharmacies, liquor stores, convenience stores, theaters, and all other retail stores.

Section 3. Use Regulations

A. Food Establishments: Effective January 1, 2020, food establishments shall be prohibited from using, distributing, or selling polystyrene disposable food service containers made from foam or rigid polystyrene, or polystyrene cutlery or other polystyrene single use disposable products within the Town of Arlington.