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Archive Home > 2009 > July > 19 > With Seattle nearing decision on grocery bags, both sides seek a way to carry the vote

With Seattle nearing decision on grocery bags, both sides seek a way to carry the vote

By The Associated Press / The Bulletin
July 19, 2009

SEATTLE — Voters in Seattle will decide next month whether to trash an ordinance that charges shoppers 20 cents for each disposable bag.

An ordinance passed by the City Council last year aimed to encourage people to reuse grocery bags or use nondisposable totes.

Opponents gathered....

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