Westchester Action Plan, 2008 - Westchester County Government
Westchester Action Plan, 2008 - Westchester County Government
Westchester Action Plan, 2008 - Westchester County Government
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Evaluate creating a model ordinance that excludes grass clippings from pick-up. (medium<br />
term)<br />
Consider using organic materials in place of artificial turf fields and monitor health<br />
department findings nationwide. (short term)<br />
Develop a green business website. (short term)<br />
Promote high profile locations as model recycling facilities. (short term)<br />
Set up and run recycling and waste reduction challenges. (short term)<br />
Provide information and training to the public and professionals on waste reduction,<br />
recycling and green purchasing. Publicize on the county website. Hold fairs and workshops.<br />
(short term)<br />
To find out how the actions of all sectors integrate with each other to achieve the countywide<br />
strategies and to find out more about each of the actions such as basic “how to” information for<br />
implementing the actions, sources and resources to help in achieving the actions, examples of<br />
success, and possible funding options see:<br />
Attachment 4: Getting Started<br />
Attachment 5: Energy<br />
Attachment 6: Transportation<br />
Attachment 7: Land Use<br />
Attachment 8: Water Resources<br />
Attachment 9: Waste Reduction, Recycling and Green Purchasing<br />
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