ORDINANCE NO. 2019-054

This ordinance advances ecological responsibility by prohibiting plastic bags for dry goods and regulating their use for wet goods. It supports sustainable practices, outlines enforcement protocols, and encourages alternative packaging solutions through livelihood programs.

Key Provisions:

Restrictions

• Ban on plastic bags for dry goods in all establishments
• Only primary plastic packaging allowed for wet goods; secondary reinforcement bags banned
• No direct selling of plastic bags to consumers; only business-to-business distribution permitted
• Garbage collection prohibited for waste stored in plastic bags
• Ban on plastic straws, styrofoam, and plastic utensils for dine-in meals
• Mandatory cleaning and drying of plastic waste before disposal

Implementation & Enforcement

• SWMO tasked to monitor, report, educate, and provide infrastructure
• Metro PESO to develop livelihood programs favoring eco-friendly alternatives and marginalized communities
• City Mayor to issue implementing rules within 30 days
• Study required pre-implementation to mitigate commercial disruption

Penalties

Authorized enforcement by PNP, SWMO, PSO, and barangay officials.