York will become the first town in Maine to ban single-use plastic shopping bags, a move that drew little opposition from residents and business owners.
The ordinance designed to eliminate the use of single-use plastic bags by retail and grocery stores, easily passed by a vote of 1,649-1,151. Supporters say most businesses and residents seem to be on board with taking measurable steps to protect the environment.
“I think it’s very forward-thinking. It’s moving in the right direction,” resident Natalie Bychock said after shopping at Rite Aid on Wednesday afternoon. “Now I’m going to have to remember to carry a bag with me.”
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