PGC Department of Environment Online Meeting (August 31)
PGC Department of Environment Online Meeting (August 31)
On August 31st, join representatives from the Prince George's County Department of Environment online for a discussion on the new county bill aimed at reducing single-use disposable foodware. Single-use items, including straws, utensils, condiment cups and packets, cup sleeves, splash sticks, stirrers, and napkins, provided with ready-to-eat food and designed to be used once and then discarded.
Date: August 31, 2023
Time: 10:00 AM
Address: Hyattsville, MD 20781
Link: Register Here
Single-Use Foodware Informational Session
Prince George's County CB-014-2022 regulates the distribution of single-use foodware and standard condiments by food facilities to customers. CB-014-2022 went into effect on June 1, 2023. Compliance with the new law will begin on October 1, 2023.
The purpose of CB-014-2022 is to:
Reduce unnecessary waste generated from single-use disposable items in the retail food industry;
Improve the health and safety of community members; and
Help keep our waterways clean and safe.
Small businesses in the food & beverage industry from within Prince George's County are encouraged to attend this information session.