Maintenance of parks, streets, sewers, and the city's water system, along with inspections of buildings and of businesses that may affect the public health and safety are necessary in any functioning city. In a Green future, waste disposal will also be handled by the city and contracted to independent local companies. Nonreturnable containers that cannot be recycled will be banned from the city, and the present efficient recycling system will be expanded and supported. While social welfare services are largely administered by the county, a Green city will do all in its power to maintain the dignity and productivity as functioning citizens of the disabled and those who are handicapped in any way or are unable to provide for themselves and their families. The city will take a positive role in promoting enlightened and humane treatment of the animals that live in our midst.
