Posted on behalf of Pamela Palma, submitted to recycling.goal@dep.state.fl.us
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Dear DEP,

Many states have found it advantageous to charge deposits on cans and bottles of soda, beer, water, etc. The consumer pays a mere five cents which is then repaid upon return and recycling of said containers. Many stores in New York State for example, have very efficient machines inside the store lobbies which collect, read the bar codes and tabulate the total deposits. A receipt is printed out and may be cashed in at the check out registers. As a result of this program, there is very little litter, and fewer items going into land fills. Further, many organizations and school groups collect deposit bottles and cans for fundraising.
This is nothing new. These practices have been in place throughout the country for decades. Florida is sadly lagging in its progressive attempts. We must move into the 21st century.

Regards and best wishes,
Pamela Palma