Title
Consider adopting Ordinance No. 3360 Amending Chapter 66 of the City of Farmers Branch Code of Ordinances related to solid waste and recycling; and take appropriate action.
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BACKGROUND:
On December 7, 2015, City Council authorized the City Manager to negotiate and execute a contract with Community Waste Disposal for residential and municipal operations solid waste and recycling collection services. The solid waste and recycling service level chosen by City Council was twice per week garbage collection in resident supplied bags and once per week recyclable material collection in rollout carts. Due to the change in service, the Code of Ordinances are amended to reflect necessary operational changes.
DISCUSSION:
The proposed Ordinance includes, but is not limited to, the following changes:
• Adding or updating definitions
• Stipulating proper locations to place trash and garbage for collection
• Establishing rules regarding the size and type of bags that may be used by residents for garbage storage and collection
• Establishing storage location for recycling containers
• Stipulating that cart ownership is not conveyed to resident or home owner and that damaging or destroying a cart is prohibited
• Establishing fine for violations
• Screening requirements for recycling carts
RECOMMENDATION:
City Administration recommends City Council approve Ordinance No. 3360, as presented.
ATTACHMENTS:
1. Ordinance No. 3360