Plastic Bag Ban Floated In Abington Township

ABINGTON TOWNSHIP, PA — Single-use plastics could be banned in Abington Township if a proposed ordinance moves ahead.

Abington Township’s Environmental Advisory Council recommended a Single-Use Plastics and Polystyrene Products Ban Ordinance.

The council and the Office of the Township Manager are holding an administrative public information meeting on the proposal at 6:30 p.m. on Monday, Oct. 23.

In-person and virtual participation are both available for residents who want to learn more about the proposal.

Those who want to join virtually can do using this link.

Additionally, residents can join by telephone by calling 1-929-436-2866 and entering the meeting ID number 891-0913-9443 when prompted.

During the meeting, the Environmental Advisory Council will present information on their recommendation, be available to answer questions, and collect feedback from the public.

Residents are also invited to take a survey on a potential plastic bag ban online here.

The meeting will be held in the 2nd Floor Board Room of the Abington Township Building, 1176 Old York Road in Abington.