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diverted materials. <br /> E. Regulatory Strategies: <br /> The County, with the adoption of ordinances, could <br /> implement source reduction policies. <br /> PROGRAM DISCUSSION: <br /> 1. Bans on problem wastes or packaging: <br /> The County could institute bans on specific <br /> problem wastes or packaging that are not readily <br /> recyclable, like disposable diapers, one-use cameras <br /> or razors, and excessive packaging or plastic <br /> packaging that is difficult to recycle. <br /> The problem with bans is that the alternatives <br /> are not always a better solution. Banning polystyrene <br /> fast food containers results in eliminating a <br /> recyclable material and substituting a variety of non- <br /> recyclable alternatives, like plastic-coated drinking <br /> cups, or layered paper, plastic, and foil wrappings. <br /> It would be better in the long run to educate the <br /> public to the problems of the entire class of <br /> disposables and encourage the use of reusable <br /> materials. For example, through education, it might <br /> be possible to encourage parents to use cloth diapers <br /> at home where diaper services and home washing <br /> machines are available, and use disposable diapers <br /> when traveling or at other times when their <br /> convenience is justified. <br /> Chapter 3 - Source Reduction 22 <br />