Skip the Stuff
Adopted
Result
159
Yes
13
No
2
Abstain
Activity summary
Adopted (159-13-2)
Vote
7
Discussion threads
Community discussion
7 threads.
Arguments for
Adding 'and pickup' to section 4A ensures customers receive lids for mobile/online orders, which is a consumer preference and addresses safety concerns.
— Laura Swain, Pct 2
The article's intent is to challenge consumer habits and encourage people to consider if they really need single-use items, rather than placing the entire burden on restaurants.
— Laura Swain, Pct 2
Arguments against
Without an explicit exemption for pick-up orders, beverages could be left exposed to contamination between order completion and customer arrival, posing a food safety risk.
— Noah Michelson, Pct 1
Proposed amendments (implied to be from Bob Avallone) are seen as non-substantive because they lack mandatory language and do not meaningfully enhance the bylaw.
— Laura Swain, Pct 2
Key questions raised
What do other towns/cities do in this case regarding cup lid regulations?
— Noah Michelson, Pct 1
Why change section 4A specifically instead of changing the definition of 'Single Use Foodware Accessory' to achieve the same food safety effect?
— Noah Michelson, Pct 1
Discussion threads
Laura Swain
Pct 2
4 msgs
Hello TMM- Just an FYI that an amended Article 34 has been posted to the town website. Attached is a redline version so you can note the changes easily. Thank you. Laura Swain Precinct 2
Deborah Brown
1 msg
Dear Town Meeting members, Below is an updated Town Meeting schedule that takes us through Monday, May 4. Please plan accordingly. Deborah 617-512-7901 ATM 2026 schedule - updated 4/28/2026 **Deadline…
Laura Swain
Pct 2
1 msg
Dear TMM- Noah and I have agreed to add the words "and pickup" to Article 34 at section 4A. In exchange, I believe Noah will not pursue his motion to further amend this section to indicate that food s…
Noah Michelson
Pct 1
1 msg
Town Meeting Members, I'd like to first thank the proponents of Article 34, both for their production of this waste-reduction effort and for incorporating a number of technical changes into their upda…
Bob Avallone
Pct 8
1 msg
I have attached my motion to amend Article 34. I have previously notified the list on my intent and rational, but I will repeat it here. While I support the intent of Article 34 also known as Skip The…
Bob Avallone
Pct 8
1 msg
While I support the intent of Article 34 also known as Skip The Stuff, I am concerned about the wording. I believe the intent of the article is that the Vendors may inform the customers as to what ite…
Deborah Brown
1 msg
Hello Town Meeting members! Five sessions down…. Here’s the proposed schedule for our remaining articles (including an anticipated motion to reconsider Article 30). As always, feel free to reach out w…