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Petersburg council opens hearing on 5¢ disposable-bag tax, then tables measure for more public outreach
Summary
Council held a public hearing on a proposed 5¢ local disposable plastic bag tax intended for litter reduction and environmental programs; after extensive public comment the council voted to table the ordinance for further discussion and outreach.
City staff presented an ordinance to amend chapter 106 to add article 13, a local 5¢ disposable plastic bag tax intended to reduce litter and fund environmental cleanup, education and reusable bags. Staff noted the ordinance would require certification from the Virginia Tax Commissioner and would become effective 95 days after council…
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