HomeMy WebLinkAboutResolution 2010-042 N.C.S. 04/05/2010Resolution No. 2010-042 N.C.S.
of the City of Petaluma, California
AUTHORIZING THE MAYOR TO SIGN THE LETTER
OF SUPPORT FOR CALIFORNIA ASSEMBLY BILL 2256
RELATING TO THE DEFINITION OF FLUSHABLE WIPES
WHEREAS, California Assemblymember Jared Huffman — 6th Assembly District visited
Petaluma's Ellis Creek Water Recycling Facility in Fall 2009; and,
WHEREAS, during this visit, Assemblymember Huffman became aware of the negative
impact disposing "flushable" wipes had on public sewer systems; and,
WHEREAS, "flushable" wipes do not break down in the sewer system and frequently
clog residential laterals, pipes and pumps; and,
WHEREAS, Assemblymember Huffman has introduced Assembly Bill (AB) 2256
regarding the labeling of flushable products; and,
WHEREAS, the lack of legally mandated definition of "flushable" has led to a lack of
clear reference to the consumer on what products can be flushed into the wastewater system; and,
WHEREAS, the use of products which are not "flushable" potentially leads to sewer
system damage and overflows, which may pose a threat to public health and the environment.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED that the City Council of the City hereby:
1. Supports the California AB 2256.
2. Authorizes the Mayor to sign a letter of Support of AB 2256.
Under the power and authority conferred upon this Counci I by the Charter of said City.
REFERENCE: I hereby certify the foregoing Resolution was introduced and adopted by the r ed a to
Council of the City oi'Petaluma at a Regular meeting on the 51h day of April, 2010, for
by the following vote:
City orney
AYES: Barrett, Vice Mayor Glass, Healy, Rabbitt, Renee, Mayor Torliatt �_ 1
NOES: None
ABSENT: Harris
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ABSTAIN: None
ATTEST:
City Clerk Ma/or
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