paper vs plastic bags

With Paper Replacing Plastic, Does County Want 2¢ A Bag? So Far, 27 Counties Decide To Opt Out By JENNIFER HILL • Special to www.AllOTSEGO.com COOPERSTOWN – On March 1, 2020, “single-use” plastic bags will be banned from New York State supermarkets and other stores. That’s settled. The question still remaining is whether the Otsego County Board of Representatives will charge a nickel for each paper bag used. That’s not settled. County Planning Director Karen Sullivan and Planner-Trainee/Recycling Coordinator, Shane…