Commissioners advance community compost planning; plastic bag ban on hold until post-election

Feb 5, 2025

Commissioner Michelle LaGrotta presented maps for community compost sites near the Library and Public Works pumpkin compost area, and Chair Andrea Cline said a proposed plastic bag reduction initiative is likely to wait until after the election; Commissioner Kevin Roos suggested outreach on clothing microfibers to strengthen the case against plastics.

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Commissioner Michelle LaGrotta briefed the Sustainability Commission on community composting plans, presenting maps "provided by Director Mitchell showing the Library location next to the book donation" and noting potential placement of compost bins near the Public Works Service Center where pumpkin composting usually occurs. She said signage will need to be custom ordered and that "Katherine from Go Green agreed to assist with their design."

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