Chicopee City Council Throws Support Behind Expanded Bottle Bill



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  Chicopee City Council Throws Support Behind Expanded Bottle Bill 


By Jonathan Gerhardson on November 9, 2024

 

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Chicopee, MA -- On October 15, the Chicopee City Council unanimously voted to endorse the Massachusetts Senate's proposed expansion of the state's bottle bill, which would include non-carbonated beverages, wine, and spirits in the deposit system. The move comes as part of a broader effort to combat litter and promote recycling within the city.

Councilor Samuel Shumsky, who spearheaded the resolution, highlighted the prevalence of nip bottles as a particular concern for Chicopee's cleanliness.  The proposed 10-cent deposit on these containers is seen as a potential solution, incentivizing residents to recycle them rather than discard them in public spaces.

"I'm hoping that I can have the support of this council and my colleagues to help clean up the city," Shumsky stated during the council meeting.  The resolution also encourages citizen participation in the bottle bill program and calls for increased recycling rates for water bottles, which are often found littering public areas.

The council's endorsement signals strong local support for the state senate's initiative. The resolution will be sent to the state delegation, the governor, the Massachusetts Department of Environmental Protection, and relevant legislative committees.

While the exact status of the bill in Boston remains unclear, the Chicopee City Council's action demonstrates a clear commitment to environmental conservation and waste reduction through effective recycling programs.  

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