§ 4A-1. Purpose.

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A.
The purpose of this chapter is to prohibit the intentional release of helium, latex, Mylar and/or lighter-than-air balloons in order to reduce the negative impact that balloons have on the environment and improve the quality of life for residents, wildlife and marine animals.

B.
Balloons waste natural resources, litter communities, pollute waterways and are harmful to the wildlife. Balloon ribbon is also hazardous to marine animals and wildlife.

C.
The Town of North Hempstead believes all efforts need to be made to prevent further damage to the environment by requiring the proper disposal of balloons and prohibiting the intentional release of balloons.

                    
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