Chapter ## SINGLE-USE PLASTICS
## Purpose
The purpose of this policy is to promote environmentally sustainable practices in the City of Stockton through a reduction of single-use plastics. ## Definitions
“Polystyrene” means a synthetic resin which is a polymer of styrene, used chiefly as lightweight rigid foams and films. Polystyrene foam sometimes called Styrofoam™ is generally used to make cups, bowls, plates, trays, meat trays, and egg cartons. “Single-use” means designed to be used once and then discarded, and not designed for repeated use and sanitizing. “Foodware accessory” means all items provided alongside ready-to-eat food, including all of the following:
(1) Utensils, which is defined as forks, knives, spoons, and sporks; (2) Chopsticks;
(3) Condiment cups and packets;
(4) Straws;
(5) Stirrers;
(6) Splash sticks;
(7) Cocktail sticks.
## Policy
1. No City officer, official, employee, representative or agent shall purchase, sell, or distribute any single-use plastic foodware accessories, single-use plastic water bottles, or polystyrene products while acting on behalf of the City.
2. No contractor who is acting pursuant to any contract or agreement with the City shall purchase, sell, or distribute any single-use plastic foodware accessories, single-use plastic water bottles, or polystyrene products while acting pursuant to such contract or agreement.
3. The products identified above may be provided as an accommodation to any person with a disability who requests such in order to enjoy equal access to the food or beverages.
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