Recently, City Council initiated a new program that asks Dana Point to take a pro-active approach towards reducing litter, protecting water quality and the environment. This program encourages the business community to use alternative packaging products in place of Styrofoam - such as those made of recycled paper, cornstarch, rice, potato starch, or sugarcane stalk. Unlike Styrofoam, these products are biodegradable or can be recycled, and cause less damage to the environment.
Consumers and residents can do their part too! Free, reusable bags are available to Dana Point residents (one per family please) and can be picked up at City Hall or the Community Center on Del Obispo. Take the bags when going shopping, and help save the environment by reducing the use of plastic bags. Need more? Please contact Lisa Zawaski at (949) 248-3584 or [email protected].
The City is actively working with local business organizations, such as the Chamber of Commerce, on education and outreach to promote this new program. For more information on these efforts, please contact Lynn Kelly at (949) 248-3512 or [email protected].
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