League of Women Voters® of Newton

2010-10 Program

Environmental Quality:


a. Continue efforts to monitor and support single stream recycling and pay-as-you-throw (PAYT) in Newton.
b. Support implementation of the Comprehensive Plan's Transportation and Mobility section.
c. Safe Sidewalks: Continue to work towards improving pedestrian mobility in Newton, including an ordinance to require residents to clear snow from sidewalks, and to support enforcement of existing snow ordinances.
d. Explore supporting statewide plastic bag tax or ban.
e. Support efforts to educate LWVN members and Newton residents about water quality issues in Newton.
f. Continue to be engaged in City environmental issues, including monitoring the City on energy conservation.