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City Council Rules and Communications Committee Page 13 <br /> October 26, 2010 <br /> The Committee discussed the various options, from replacing polystyrene foam with <br /> recyclable or compostable plastic, to requiring paper -only containers. Members agreed that <br /> their preference would be paper -only, but discussed the concerns of acceptance and <br /> compliance by businesses, and of potential litigation. Ms. Nassab mentioned the City of <br /> Millbrae passed an ordinance banning #6 plastics, which includes polystyrene foam. <br /> Committee Member Prola requested the reports and ordinances from the other local cities <br /> that have banned polystyrene foam. Ms. Nassab will provide links to these documents. <br /> Committee Member Stephens suggested that businesses already using environmentally - <br /> friendly packaging and practices should be praised, and the message should be reinforced <br /> with children and in the schools. He thanked staff for enlightening the Committee on the <br /> issues. <br /> Mr. Hollister indicated that staff would bring a recommendation back to the Committee at a <br /> future meeting. <br /> 3. Public Comments <br /> None. <br /> 4. Committee Member Comments <br /> None. <br /> 5. Adjourn <br /> The meeting was adjourned at 5:05 p.m. <br />