In adopting this resolution, the jurisdiction would join other California Cities, Counties and Local Government Associations in supporting Extended Producer Responsibility (EPR) through support of legislative initiatives and the efforts of the California Product Stewardship Council (CPSC). Statewide EPR legislation will ultimately reduce local government’s financial burden for ensuring proper disposal of Household Hazardous Waste, Universal waste and other problematic products and packaging such as ‘Sharps’ and pharmaceutical waste at the end of their useful life. By shifting the financial burden from local government and rate payers to the producers through the purchase price of the product, EPR will also benefit the community by driving better, healthier product design that reduces the toxicity and volume of the waste stream, and by ensuring convenient collection opportunities.