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Roswell, GA
File #: 13-0513    Version: 1 Name: Policy on Polystyrene at the Recycling Ctr.
Type: General Item Status: Passed
File created: 10/14/2013 In control: Mayor and City Council
On agenda: 10/28/2013 Final action: 10/28/2013
Title: Approval of a policy to accept polystyrene at the Roswell Recycling Center. Public Works/Environmental
Attachments: 1. Policy on Polystyrene Acceptance for 10-28-13 M&C.docx
Title
Approval of a policy to accept polystyrene at the Roswell Recycling Center.
Public Works/Environmental
Body
Item Summary:
The Recycling Center proposes to accept polystyrene for recycling exclusively from Roswell residents. Polystyrene is a hard, dense form of Styrofoam that is found in packing materials surrounding electronics and furniture purchases. It can be distinguished from other forms of Styrofoam by the "snapping" sound it makes when broken into pieces.  
 
Committee or Staff Recommendation:
On October 15, 2013 the Public Safety and Public Works Committee recommended placing this Item on the October 28, 2013 Mayor and Council Agenda.
Financial Impact:
N/A
Presented by:
Stuart A. Moring, P.E., Director of Public Works/Environmental