In keeping with Routt County’s commitment to a sustainable environment, Main Street
Steamboat Springs Farmers Markets are a Zero Waste Event. The goal of a Zero Waste Event
is that all discards are recyclable or compostable, so there is little to no waste. Our minimal
waste goal is simple to attain. The following is a guide to help you purchase the appropriate
compostable and recyclable food containers.
Acceptable Containers and Service Ware
All paper containers including plates, bowls,
cups, etc. with no plastic coating. Waxed
paper products, preferably soy based, where
the coating will scratch off with fingernail.
Non-Acceptable Containers and Service
Ware
All Styrofoam (polystyrene) products. These
are NOT recyclable regardless of what
suppliers may say despite Mobius symbol
and number on the product. Plastic and wax
coated products where the coating will not
scratch off.
Recyclable cups or containers with Mobius
numbers rating 1-7.
All single‐use plates, bowls, cups and utensils
made from PLA
(Polylactic acid), bagasse (sugarcane fiber),
or corn or vegetable starch, that are
BPI‐certified compostable and ASTM
compliant.
Paper napkins or paper towels made with
100% postconsumer recycled content and
are unbleached.
Paper lids, Paper bags, and waxed paper
products.
Lids made from PLA
(Polylactic acid), bagasse (sugarcane fiber),
or corn or vegetable starch, that are
BPI‐certified compostable and ASTM
compliant.
Aluminum foil and cans
Tin
Glass bottles, jars and containers.
Paper milk/juice cartons including drink
boxes
Any non-Mobius number rated cups or
containers.
No single use plastic plates, bowls, cups, or
utensils that do NOT have a Mobius
number rating of 1-7 indicated on the
product.
Colored paper napkins and paper towels or
similar colored paper products.
NO Plastic lids or bags, or plastic quick
sheets or wrap.
Metal lids or bottle caps.
No drink or food pouches.
It is critical that you do not bring products made of Styrofoam or non‐recyclable plastic. We
also ask that you do not use personal consumption packets (like little ketchup packs) for
condiments. No wax lined containers. Please note that you will be asked to remove any
non‐recyclable or non‐compostable items from your salable products for the duration of the
season. There are many sources for compostable materials that can be purchased easily
including local vendors, such as Steve Green Company, US Foods and Sysco, and also
through Eco‐Products at www.biodegradablestore.com. Eco-products have nearly every
product you could possibly need, and multiple quantities available for each product. When
and where possible, buy local! All items used must meet the guidelines above, if you are
unsure of an item, have questions or would like a complete list of companies with order
numbers contact Zero Waste Coordinator Carol Lacey at zero@yvsc.org or (970) 819‐9398.
Thank you for your cooperation and please don't hesitate to contact me if you require
additional information or assistance with the Main Street Steamboat Springs Farmers
Market.
Carol Lacey
Please detach, sign below and return to Tracy Barnett
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Vendor or Business Name
________________________________________________________________________________________________________
Contact Person ______________________________________ Phone # ___________________________________
Email Address __________________________________________________
As a vendor participating in Main Street Steamboat Springs Farmers Market I agree to
distribute my product in recyclable or compostable products. I also agree to dispose
of waste that cannot be recycled or composted on my own by packing out what was
brought in. I have read and agree to participate and follow guidelines as a Zero
Waste Vendor.
Signature ____________________________________________________________ Date ________________________
.