jburley
Apr 7, 20231 min
Updated: Aug 24, 2023
Photo Credit Elaine Collins
On March 28, 2023, the Breckenridge Town Council took a major step toward its material management goals with the passage of Ordinance 12-23 that phases out certain single-use plastics from food serviceware and beverage containers. Beginning May 4, 2023, all events permitted through the Special Event Permit Application (SEPA) will be required to comply with new regulations prohibiting single use plastic serviceware and single use plastic water bottles.
This article will provide event producers with the tools and checklist to launch a compliant zero waste event in Breckenridge.
Local regulations that pertain to events in Breckenridge
Ordinance 15-21 - Special Events
Ordinance 12-23 - Plastic Pollution Reduction
The SustainableBreck Plan (2022) has a material management goal to reduce materials going to the landfill by reducing waste at the source and increase the portion of waste that is diverted through recycling and composting.
Policy Strategy: Phase out certain single-use plastics by 2024.
Special Event Permit - Material Management Requirements