Title
Resolution amending the policy to prohibit single use plastics in Lake County’s operations by January 1, 2023.
Staff Summary
• On December 14, 2021, the County Board voted to adopt a policy to prohibit single use plastics in Lake County's operations by January 1, 2023.
• At the Energy and Environment Committee’s October 5, 2022, meeting staff presented background and information related to the limitations to the elimination of single use plastics in the County’s cafeteria, coffee kiosk, and vending machine operations.
• At the Energy and Environment Committee’s November 2, 2022, meeting the Committee provided consensus to proceed with elimination of single use plastics where there existed reasonable alternative products.
• Staff will present an amendment to the policy that reflects current market limitations with alternatives to single use plastic products.
Body
RESOLUTION
WHEREAS, it is reasonable and prudent to review and update policies and procedures on a routine basis and update them as necessary; and
WHEREAS, the Policy on the Prohibition of Single Use Plastics was adjusted to reflect current market limitations with reasonable alternatives to single use plastic products; and
WHEREAS, Lake County is committed to combating climate change and will continue to take efforts where possible to make changes that support the environment.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED, that the attached policy amendment is adopted.
DATED at Waukegan, Illinois, on February 21, 2023.