Chapter 13.16
GARBAGE COLLECTION AND CONTROL
Sections:
13.16.020 Mandatory collection – Exceptions.
13.16.030 Rules and regulations – Generally.
13.16.040 Use of system required.
13.16.050 Accumulation prohibited – Toter/dumpster requirements.
13.16.055 Temporary dumpster regulations.
13.16.060 Frequency of collection.
13.16.070 Failure by owner – Removal by city – Costs charged.
13.16.090 Unlawful use of garbage receptacles.
13.16.110 Charges – Levied on owner.
13.16.120 Charges – Monthly billing.
13.16.130 Income kept separate from other city departments.
13.16.140 Establishment of rates and charges.
13.16.150 Violation – Penalty.
13.16.010 Department created.
There is created within the government of the city of Sultan a department which shall be known as the garbage collection and control department and it shall be under the direct supervision and control of the city supervisor. (Ord. 304 § 1, 1964)
13.16.020 Mandatory collection – Exceptions.
There is established a mandatory solid waste disposal system within the city of Sultan which shall be operated and controlled through the garbage utility department. Relief from the city-operated solid waste collection service may be granted to those residents that can produce evidence that use of the service would create a physical or financial hardship, or that use of the service is unnecessary. Property owners must make application to the utility committee on an annual basis for continued relief from the service. All decisions of the utility committee will be reviewed and ratified by the city council. Residential recycle service provided by contract for nonyard waste materials is mandatory and the fact that the residence does not use the service shall not exempt the property owner from the payment of the regular charges established. Recycle of yard waste materials is optional and is provided through a separate contract agreement with the vendor. (Ord. 810-03; Ord. 585, 1992; Ord. 487, 1986; Ord. 482 § 1, 1986; Ord. 304 § 2, 1964)
13.16.030 Rules and regulations – Generally.
The rules and regulations set out in SMC 13.16.040 through 13.16.080 shall govern the collection and disposal of garbage and refuse in the city of Sultan, together with such additional rules and regulations as the city council may from time to time promulgate by resolution to implement the operation of the department created in SMC 13.16.010. (Ord. 482 § 2, 1986; Ord. 304 § 3, 1964)
13.16.040 Use of system required.
Every owner or occupant of premises within the city of Sultan is required to use the garbage collection and disposal system provided by the city. (Ord. 1213-15 § 1; Ord. 304 § 3(a), 1964)
13.16.050 Accumulation prohibited – Toter/dumpster requirements.
A. It is unlawful for any person, owner or occupant of any lot, yard, place, store, residence or premises of any kind, to suffer, allow or permit slops, decaying animal or vegetable matter, garbage, ashes, tin cans, discarded crockery or other substances to accumulate on any such premises and it shall be the duty of every owner or occupant of any such premises having any such garbage or refuse to place such garbage or refuse in a 64-gallon toter provided by the city of good repair or dumpsters with tight close-fitting lids. Garbage cans may not exceed 64-gallon capacity, or weigh in excess of 120 pounds, and shall be sufficient in size and number to contain all garbage accumulated between dates of removal. Controlled compost sites are allowable.
B. Cans shall be placed adjacent to the curb or a convenient location for collection. Dumpster(s) must be placed on a solid concrete or asphalt pad measuring no less than eight feet by 10 feet, located for access by the garbage collection service.
C. All excess garbage must be placed in a prepaid garbage bag provided by the city.
D. All animal waste shall be double-bagged and securely closed. (Ord. 1213-15 § 1; Ord. 849-04; Ord. 756-01; Ord. 672-97; Ord. 482 § 3, 1986; Ord. 304 § 3(b), 1964)
13.16.055 Temporary dumpster regulations.
A. Dumpsters are available for rental on a temporary basis consisting of no more than 14 consecutive days. Upon the fifteenth day, dumpsters will be picked up and removed without notice to rentor. There is no renewal of a temporary dumpster within a four-month period of time. A temporary dumpster may not be converted to a permanent dumpster at any single-family residential unit in the city.
B. Prior to delivery of a temporary dumpster, customer shall be given a copy of these regulations, must sign a hold harmless agreement and pay the appropriate fees as defined in SMC 13.16.140.
C. All garbage placed in dumpster is subject to the same limitations as defined in SMC 13.16.050 and must be contained within dumpster with the dumpster lid tightly closed.
D. Placement of temporary garbage dumpsters is not allowed on city streets. (Ord. 810-03; Ord. 801-02)
13.16.060 Frequency of collection.
Collection and disposal of garbage from all premises within the city of Sultan on which a residence is located shall be made bi-weekly. Collection and disposal of garbage from all premises within the city of Sultan on which a business is located shall be made once each week.
Further collection and disposal of garbage may be made whenever in the judgment of the city supervisor such collection and disposal is necessary or advisable in order to keep any of the premises within the city of Sultan, whether vacant or occupied, clean and sanitary. (Ord. 1213-15 § 1; Ord. 304 § 3(c), 1964)
13.16.070 Failure by owner – Removal by city – Costs charged.
In case any owner or occupant of premises within the city of Sultan permits garbage or rubbish to accumulate thereon, and fails or refuses to deposit such garbage in suitable containers in accordance with the provisions of this chapter, or fails to place such containers conveniently for loading, the city, at the discretion of the city supervisor, may collect and remove such garbage or rubbish, and in such case the entire expense of the collection and removal thereof, as determined by the city supervisor, shall be charged against such premises, and against the owner, or occupant thereof, in addition to the regular charge for collection and disposal of such garbage or rubbish. (Ord. 304 § 3(d), 1964)
13.16.080 Transporting.
It is unlawful for any person to transport garbage or rubbish within the city of Sultan if it is not properly secured and placed in adequate containers. (Ord. 482 § 4, 1986; Ord. 304 § 3(e), 1964)
13.16.090 Unlawful use of garbage receptacles.
It shall be unlawful for any person to place or deposit any residential or commercial junk, refuse, litter, garbage, tin cans, slops, decaying animal or vegetable matter, ashes, discarded crockery or other substance into any privately owned or leased garbage receptacle, refuse container or dumpster without the owner’s permission. (Ord. 506, 1988)
13.16.110 Charges – Levied on owner.
A. A reasonable monthly charge for garbage service rendered by the city of Sultan under its compulsory garbage collection system shall be levied upon the owner of every dwelling, building or structure which by its use or occupancy may cause garbage, waste or debris to accumulate.
B. The garbage service rendered by the city of Sultan is declared to be a special benefit to all property served and unpaid charges shall constitute a lien upon the land and may be foreclosed in the manner provided by law. (Ord. 304 § 6, 1964)
13.16.120 Charges – Monthly billing.
Monthly charges for garbage service shall be paid at the office of the city clerk/treasurer who may send such bills and statements in connection with the collection thereof as are considered necessary; provided further, that such bills and statements may be combined with those of the utility department. (Ord. 304 § 7, 1964)
13.16.130 Income kept separate from other city departments.
The clerk/treasurer shall keep accurate books and records which reflect a complete statement of all income collected through the operation of the garbage collection and control department separate and distinct from the income of other city departments. (Ord. 304 § 8, 1964)
13.16.140 Establishment of rates and charges.
Rates and charges for garbage collection shall be set by separate ordinance and included as an attachment to the annual fee schedule adopted by city council. (Ord. 1007-09 § 1; Ord. 912-06 § 1; Ord. 849-04; Ord. 810-03; Ord. 801-02; Ord. 703-99; Ord. 672-97; Ord. 661-97; Ord. 654-96; Ord. 633, 1995; Ord. 585, 1992; Ord. 553, 1990; Ord. 487, 1986; Ord. 478, 1986; Ord. 304 § 9, 1964)
13.16.150 Violation – Penalty.
Any person, firm or corporation violating the provisions of this chapter shall be guilty of a misdemeanor and shall be punished by a fine not to exceed $250.00. (Ord. 506, 1988)