Politics & Government
Aldermen Seek To Ban Styrofoam Containers, Single-Use Plastic Utensils At Chicago Restaurants
Starting in 2021, food establishments would not be allowed to sell or serve food in polystyrene or styrofoam containers.
CHICAGO (CBS) — Four aldermen have introduced a proposal to ban Chicago restaurants from serving food in styrofoam containers, and to significantly reduce the number of single-use plastics provided by food establishments in the city.
Ald. Scott Waguespack (32nd), Ald. Susan Sadlowski Garza (10th), Ald. George Cardenas (12th), and Ald. Matthew Martin (47th) are introducing an ordinance aimed at getting restaurants to provide more utensils, straws, and other foodware that are either recyclable or compostable.
