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1. What items are prohibited?

Starting January 1, 2023, single-use petroleum-based plastic containers of alcoholic beverages of less than or equal to 100 ml are prohibited for sale, distribution and commercial use in the Town of Nantucket. 

2. What date does this bylaw go into effect?

This bylaw goes into effect on January 1, 2023.

3. Can retailers continue to sell these items after the proposed date that they already own until they sell through their current inventory?

Not after January 1, 2023. 

4. How will the bylaw be enforced?

*§ 125A-4Enforcement process.

Enforcement of this bylaw shall be the discretionary responsibility of the Town Manager or her/his designee. Police officers and health agents have the authority to enforce this bylaw. The Town Manager shall determine the inspection process to be followed, incorporating the process into other Town duties as appropriate. Any establishment conducting sales, distribution or otherwise engaging in the commercial use of the prohibited plastic products in violation of this bylaw shall be subject to a noncriminal disposition fine as specified in Article II of Chapter 1 of the Code of the Town of Nantucket under MGL c. 40, § 21D. Any such fines shall be paid to the Town of Nantucket. Enforcement shall be through the process of noncriminal disposition under MGL c. 40, § 21D, and Article II of Chapter 1 of the Code of the Town of Nantucket.