Board adopts county ordinance banning expanded‑polystyrene food containers to implement state law
The Board approved an ordinance to implement Virginia’s 2021 ban on expanded‑polystyrene food service containers; the local ordinance adds a one‑year hardship exemption form and a $50 daily civil penalty for violations.
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The board held a public hearing and adopted an ordinance to implement the Commonwealth’s ban on expanded‑polystyrene (EPS) foodservice containers. Director of Public Works Randy Hardman explained the ordinance mirrors state law, implements a one‑year hardship exemption process for vendors who can demonstrate economic hardship and creates a civil penalty of $50 per day for violations.
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