On March 5, 2019 the City launched a pilot Green Business Recognition Program for restaurants and food-service operators. The program focuses on reduction of single-use plastics as well as other sustainable actions in the areas of waste reduction, energy and water conservation, and general green business practices.

Tonight, the Sustainability Coordinator, Rebecca Harvey, will announce the first four registered participants in the pilot program:

• DEL SOL BAKERY, 1600 N Federal Hwy., Suite 15
• DRIFTWOOD, 2005 S. Federal Hwy.
• BENVENUTO, 1730 North Federal Hwy.
• ANZO MEDITERRANEAN KITCHEN (formerly The Chickpea),
  970 North Congress Ave.

The City has completed site visits to document that these restaurants have implemented the five required actions and at least five voluntary actions as specified in the program requirements (details are provided in attached progress report). These participants have received a “City of Boynton Beach Green Business” window decal and digital logo and are recognized on the City’s website:

The Sustainability Coordinator, Special Projects Coordinator, and Solid Waste Customer Service Representative will continue to administer the program. After the 2019 pilot period the program will be refined and expanded to other types of businesses in the City. The Solid Waste Division will provide a 10% discount on monthly recycling services to participants. The program is expected to increase participation in the City’s recycling services and other City programs (e.g., Energy Edge Rebate Program, Property Assessed Clean Energy financing, Adopt-a-Park program).