’26 Article 39 – Ban One-Time Use Food Service Products on Town Property

We the undersigned voters of Hampton, NH, request that the following article be placed on the warrant for the March 10, 2026 Town Meeting of Hampton, NH.  Ban single-use plastic food service products, plastic bags and polystyrene foam (Styrofoam) at special events and activities on town property authorized by the Select Board through special use permits.

What it Means:  The petitioners are asking the voters to institute a policy of banning single-use food service items at special events on town property requiring a Special Use Permit. For example, the Seafood Festival occurs on Town property and requires a Special Use Permit, as does the Christmas Parade and Tree Lighting Ceremony.

No one spoke for or against this Article at Deliberative Session.

Fiscal impact: There is no direct tax impact.