Residents praise Coconut Creek’s Zero Waste and single‑use plastic ordinance at public comment

Residents speaking during the public‑comment period at a recent Coconut Creek City Commission meeting praised the city’s Zero Waste Ordinance and a new single‑use plastic ordinance, saying the measures reduce harmful waste and protect local wildlife.

Commenters credited the single‑use plastic ordinance with eliminating expanded polystyrene — commonly called Styrofoam — at city facilities, events and properties and with banning outdoor releases of confetti, glitter and balloons. “Our city is leading the way in sustainability with our new single use plastic ordinance. We've eliminated the use of expanded polystyrene like Styrofoam at city facilities, events, and properties, reducing harmful waste in our community,” a resident said during public comment.

Another resident described the Zero Waste Ordinance as “a powerful example of the city listening to us and acting on what we've been advocating for,” saying the measures represent a reduction in single‑use plastics that are harmful to health and the environment. Speakers repeatedly tied the ordinances to local environmental protection and urged continued cooperation between the city and businesses.

Residents also commended businesses that adopt sustainable practices. One commenter said such changes are “simple but impactful, ensuring our community remains clean and vibrant for everyone,” and expressed pride that Coconut Creek is “leading the way and setting the example for others.”

The remarks in the transcript are from public‑comment speakers; the excerpts provided do not include city staff responses, ordinance text, adoption dates, or formal votes. The meeting transcript segments reviewed here reflect praise and support for the ordinances as described by the speakers but do not record a commission discussion or official action on the items.