Stow Green Advisory Committee weighs polystyrene options
Stow Green Advisory Committee discussed polystyrene restriction options following December EDIC review. The committee considered whether to restrict foam, extruded polystyrene, and black plastic in a future bylaw, following member John Sangermano's presentation to the town's Economic Development
Green Advisory Committee · Meeting of January 8, 2026
Stow Green Advisory Committee discussed polystyrene restriction options following December EDIC review. The committee considered whether to restrict foam, extruded polystyrene, and black plastic in a future bylaw, following member John Sangermano's presentation to the town's Economic Development and Industrial Commission. The committee indicated no current plans to expand restrictions beyond polystyrene, and the commission agreed to include the GAC in future discussions with potentially affected businesses.
Members also unanimously approved prior meeting minutes.
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Source: the Green Advisory Committee meeting of January 8, 2026, compiled from the official minutes.
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