In an effort to encourage customers to bring their own reusable bags, St. Petersburg City Council is considering a proposal that would make stores and restaurants charge their customers a nickle for single-use bags. St. Petersburg officials believe that, if adopted, it would be the first law of its kind in the State of Florida. "We're kind of an accidental pioneer on this," council member Gina Driscoll told the Tampa Bay Times. "I'm hoping this ... ordinance will help us be known as a leader … Continue reading...