Economic Vitality Committee Agenda and Packet 2023 12 15

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CITY OF LOUISVILLE Bag Tax Funded Sustainability Programs All bag tax businesses are eligible for $1,000 towards one of the five programming options below. Each program offering is equally valued at $1,000 and programs will start January 1, 2024. Below is a summary of the program offerings. Program 1: Supply of Reusable Bags Register for a supply of reusable bags to exempt customers from the $0.25 bag tax. This program is suitable for various business sectors: food, vendor, retail, service, and grocery. Ensure adequate storage on location; bags must be picked up within 72 hours of delivery at City Hall. Stipend will fund approximately 420 bags however, exact quantity will vary based on participation. EcoPromotional Products, a women -owned and B-Corp certified business, provides the bags. Program 1 is a fitting choice for businesses aiming to provide an alternative to disposable bags without delving into extensive waste reduction efforts. Program 2: One -Year Hard -to -Recycle Service Program 2 provides businesses in Louisville with a one-year subscription to Ridwell's hard -to -recycle pickup services. Ridwell offers pop-up displays to collect various items: • multi -layer plastic • plastic film • household batteries • light bulbs • clothes, shoes, textiles • plastic clamshell containers Residents can also drop off items at these displays. This program is suitable for multiple business sectors including food, vendor, service, retail, and grocery. Should the business wish to continue the service after the stipend period, a 10% discount will be applied. s an excallant option for hiisinecsec Innkinn to enhance their waste reduction its with minimal a rden. Program 3: Establish Commercial Recycling or Composting Services Introduce commercial recycling or composting services to your ice! This initiative, in partnership with Boulder County Resour Conservation District (RCD) and Partners for a Clean Environment (PACE), is geared towards businesses in the food, service, retail, an grocery sectors. Businesses can receive a $1,150 rebate to jumpstart these services, with $150 from RCD and an additional $1,000 from the City. To claim the incentive, businesses commit to a minimum of one year of new recycling or composting services. For context: Setting up commercial recycling costs approximately $125, with monthly service charges varying from $130 to $200 for weekly pickup, based on container size. The program covers roughly 5-8 months of service costs. Overall, Program 3 is a valuable option for businesses seeking additional support to initiate commercial recycling or composting. While businesses should plan for long-term recycling/composting costs, this program provides a substantial supplement for about 6 months.