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EAC weighs single‑use plastics, recycling and regional coordination with Lehigh Valley groups
Summary
Committee members discussed advancing single‑use plastics policies and local recycling initiatives, including a prioritized action list, regional coordination with Lehigh Valley environmental groups, and outreach/education options for businesses and residents.
The Lower Saucon EAC continued a months‑long conversation about reducing single‑use plastics and strengthening recycling programs at its June 9 meeting, and members agreed to develop a prioritized list of actions for the township.
Discussion covered the policy scope (plastic bags, single‑use utensils, styrofoam), potential municipal steps (education campaigns, pilot programs for reusable cups/plates, ordinance possibilities) and regional collaboration; members noted that other Lehigh Valley municipalities have pursued focused efforts such as styrofoam bans or reusable‑container programs. The committee decided to consolidate survey feedback and input from regional sustainability coordinators, then rank a short list of initiatives for staged implementation.
Members also discussed leveraging community events (community day, breakfasts) for education and suggested outreach to restaurants and takeout operators to understand supply‑chain constraints. One member volunteered to assemble a spreadsheet of potential initiatives and asked others to submit their top five priorities before the July meeting.
No formal policy or ordinance was adopted; the committee scheduled further discussion and planned to present a prioritized list to township council once the group refines its recommendations.
