Reusable bags and checkout fees
From an initial fee discussion to a revised proposal and a request for regional research. No bag fee was adopted in the October 13 discussion.
Further research requestedInitial 2026 policy discussion
DiscussionStaff introduced an incentive to reduce single-use paper and plastic bags and discussed fees at checkout.
Survey and program options
DiscussionStaff reported additional outreach and survey findings as the committee revisited reusable-bag policy.
No majority on the proposed approach
Further research requestedThe resumed committee discussion ended with a request to consult neighboring communities and gather additional impact information.
Packet details and supporting record
Document context, not a separate decisionThe written proposal would cover eligible retailers with at least 3,000 square feet, approximately 34 businesses. It would exempt restaurant takeout, prescriptions, dry cleaning, loose or bulk items, SNAP and similar food-assistance programs, and bags provided at seasonal events such as farmers markets and festivals.
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Bag-fee debate ends with a request for regional research, not a new fee →