SAN DIEGO, CA (August 29, 2013) – The California Grocers Association joined Sen. Alex Padilla (D-Van Nuys), other state and local officials and environmentalists at a press conference inside Sea World San Diego on Aug. 29 to encourage reusable bag use by reducing single-bag usage.
Numerous jurisdictions throughout San Diego County are considering carryout bag legislation. CGA has encouraged municipalities to adopt a regional approach to regulating carryout bag use, rather than individual cities approving differing ordinances.
While a regional and measured approach can “respect the public and businesses while working to achieve environmental goals,” Sheehy said the regulating of bags is a statewide concern and should be resolved in the State Legislature.
Earlier this year, Senator Padilla introduced legislation – Senate Bill 405 – to regulate carryout bag use.
Other speakers included; John Reilly, President, Sea World San Diego; Nathan Weaver, Environment California; Kevin Konopasek, San Diego Tourism Authority; Chris Ward, Office of Senator Marty Block (D-San Diego) and Jill Witkowski, San Diego Coastkeeper.