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What is wrong with polystyrene food service ware? <br /> ! • It is not recyclable. <br /> • It is a common item that is littered on streets that ends up in F' •: _•k • z .: ,�. , , �' „ �� <br /> storm drains, on beaches, and in the Bay and Ocean. `��� - • ca 7 Y ;' <br /> o It breaks down into smaller pieces that may be ingested by ” " • ` <br /> wildlife resulting in reduced appetite, reduced nutrient absorption, • il ` I'," • �.t :, r <br /> and starvation. ;} y ' 4 . • <br /> a <br /> ! <br /> • It contains hazardous chemicals that may leach from polystyrene ,� .Tfa i• ?� fy`retc:" <br /> k. containers into food and drink and may cause cancer. <br /> What does the Ordinance require? <br /> The use of biodegradable, compostable, reusable, or recyclable food service ware. <br /> of 03 0ltr o� <br /> • Acceptable Products: Aluminum, plastics (no black) coded with igk, tso ,tao or t , <br /> uncoated or coated paper, cardboard, and plastics made from corr1, po � ugarr other <br /> plant based products. <br /> o Please see the separate list of Sustainable Food Service Ware for more details. <br /> • Some examples of acceptable products are shown below: <br /> E <br /> What are the penalties for non- compliance? <br /> Violations may result in fines according to the Municipal Code: <br /> • 1st = warning, 2nd = $100, 3rd = $200, 4th = $500. <br /> • Enforcement is by the City of Millbrae, not the County Health Inspector. <br /> What can my business do to reduce food service ware costs? <br /> • Allow and encourage customers to bring their own mugs to buy drinks. <br /> o Charge a "take out fee" to cover the cost difference. <br /> • Use reusable dishes and cups instead of disposable ones for "eat -in" customers. <br /> More questions? <br /> Call the Recycling Gs Waste Prevention Program at 259.2345 <br /> www,clanililbrae.cacus <br />