Westport Green Village InitiativeCheck out the web site. Plenty of events and projects to get involved with right here, right now!
PLASTIC BAG...WHAT A DRAG!
Westport, Connecticut has become the first city on the East Coast to ban plastic shopping bags.
http://www.cpbn.org/westport-bans-plastic-bagsRESOLVED: That upon the request of four RTM members, an ordinance that bans plastic checkout bags used by retail stores and other organizations selling products to the public is hereby approved. (Second reading. Full text available from the Town Clerk’s Office) http://www.citizenscampaign.org/PDFs/08%20Retail%20Checkout%20Bag%20Ordinance-Westport%20as%20approved.pdfSHELLFISHING IN WESTPORT! Shellfishing is a fun outdoor adventure (and a delicious meal). You can do it here in Westport. Check out the facts:
http://www.westportct.gov/default.asp Contact your local offices for up to the minute information:
http://www.westportct.gov/government/boards/sc.htmRECYCLE! TALKIN' TRASHhttp://www.westportct.gov/agencies/townmanagement/publicworks/Recycle.htmSolar Panels! Want to know more about what's on the roof at the Westport Fire Station?
The System.
Westport Community Gardens the official communication channel for those interested in The Westport Community Gardens.