Sec. 19-151. Definitions

Compostable means a non-plastic product or material that will break down into usable compost, or a plastic product that is home compostable as defined in Section 9-2102 (b)(2), of the Environment Article of the Annotated Code of Maryland, as amended from time to time.

Department means the Prince George's County Department of the Environment.

Director means the Prince George's County Director of the Department of the Environment or their designee.

Food Service business means a full-service restaurant, limited-service restaurant, fast food restaurant, café, delicatessen, coffee shop, supermarket, grocery store, vending truck or cart, food truck, business or institutional cafeteria, including those operated by or on behalf of County departments and agencies, and other business selling or providing food within the County for consumption on or off the premises.

Retail Business means, for the purposes of this Division, the sale of commodities or goods, usually in small quantities, directly to ultimate consumers.

Stirrer means an implement designed for one-time use to mix or blend a liquid or other substance, including a beverage stick, swizzle stick, or cocktail stirrer.

Straw means a drinking tube designed for one-time use to consume a beverage or other liquid.