Agenda packet — South Lake Tahoe City Council, June 18, 2024 (part 3 of 11)

N. CONTRACTUAL LIABILITY – RAILROADS

1. The following replaces Paragraph c. of the
definition of "insured contract" in the
DEFINITIONS Section:
c. Any easement or license agreement;

2. Paragraph f.(1) of the definition of "insured
contract" in the DEFINITIONS Section is
deleted.
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$
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THIS ENDORSEMENT CHANGES THE POLICY. PLEASE READ IT CAREFULLY.

TOTAL AGGREGATE LIMIT OTHER THAN PROJECTS

AND DESIGNATED PROJECT AND LOCATION

AGGREGATE LIMITS
POLICY NUMBER: 6809X105791

COMMERCIAL GENERAL LIABILITY
ISSUE DATE:

This endorsement modifies insurance provided under the following:

COMMERCIAL GENERAL LIABILITY COVERAGE PART
SCHEDULE – LIMITS OF INSURANCE AND DESIGNATED PROJECTS AND LOCATIONS

LIMITS OF INSURANCE
Total Aggregate Limit
(Other Than Projects and Products-Completed Operations) Designated Location Aggregate Limit
(Other Than Products-Completed Operations)
Designated Project Aggregate Limit
(Other Than Products-Completed Operations)
General Aggregate Limit
(Other Than Products-Completed Operations)
Designated Projects:

Designated Locations:

PROVISIONS
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Each "project" for which you have agreed, in a written contract which is in effect during this policy period, to provide a separate General Aggregate Limit, provided that the contract is signed by you before the "bodily injury" or "property damage" occurs.

All locations listed in Item 3. of the Common Policy Declarations or in any Master Pac Account Exposure Endorsement included in this policy.

1. The General Aggregate Limit (Other Than
Products-Completed Operations) shown in the
Declarations is replaced by the Limits of
Insurance shown in the Schedule – Limits Of
Insurance And Designated Projects And
Locations.

2. The following replaces Paragraph 1. of SECTION
III – LIMITS OF INSURANCE:

1. The Limits of Insurance shown in the
Declarations or the Schedule – Limits Of
Insurance And Designated Projects And
Locations, whichever apply, and the rules
below fix the most we will pay regardless of
the number of:
a. Insureds;
b. Claims made or "suits" brought;
2,000,000
2,000,000
2,000,000
2,000,000
02/21/2024
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c. Persons or organizations making claims
or bringing "suits"; or
d. "Projects" or "locations".

3. The following replaces Paragraph 2. of SECTION
III – LIMITS OF INSURANCE:

2. a. The Total Aggregate Limit shown in the
Schedule – Limits Of Insurance And
Designated Projects And Locations is the
most we will pay for the sum of all
amounts under the Designated Location
Aggregate Limit and all amounts under
the General Aggregate Limit. This
includes:
(1) Damages under Coverage A, except
damages because of "bodily injury" or
"property damage" included in
the "products-completed operations
hazard";
(2) Damages under Coverage B; and
(3) Medical expenses under Coverage C. b. The Designated Project Aggregate Limit shown in the Schedule – Limits Of
Insurance And Designated Projects And
Locations applies and is further subject to
all of the following provisions:
(1) The Designated Project Aggregate
Limit is the most we will pay for the
sum of:
(a) Damages under Coverage A
because of "bodily injury" and
"property damage" caused by
"occurrences"; and
(b) Medical expenses under
Coverage C for "bodily injury"
caused by accidents;
that can be attributed only to
operations at a single "project".
(2) The Designated Project Aggregate
Limit applies separately to each
"project".
(3) The Designated Project Aggregate
Limit does not apply to damages
because of "bodily injury" or "property
damage" included in the "productscompleted operations hazard".

Instead, the Products-Completed
Operations Aggregate Limit
described in Paragraph 3. below
applies to such damages.
(4) The Designated Project Aggregate
Limit does not apply to damages
under Coverage B. Instead, the
General Aggregate Limit described in
Paragraph 2.d. below applies to such
damages.
(5) Any payments made for damages or
medical expenses to which the
Designated Project Aggregate Limit
applies will reduce the Designated
Project Aggregate Limit for the
applicable "project". Such payments
will not reduce the Total Aggregate
Limit, the General Aggregate Limit
described in Paragraph 2.d. below,
the Designated Project Aggregate
Limit for any other "project" or the
Designated Location Aggregate Limit.
c. Subject to the Total Aggregate Limit
described in Paragraph 2.a. above, the
Designated Location Aggregate Limit
shown in the Schedule – Limits Of
Insurance And Designated Projects And
Locations applies and is further subject to
all of the following provisions:
(1) The Designated Location Aggregate
Limit is the most we will pay for the
sum of:
(a) Damages under Coverage A
because of "bodily injury" and
"property damage" caused by
"occurrences"; and
(b) Medical expenses under
Coverage C for "bodily injury"
caused by accidents;
that can be attributed only to
operations at a single "location".
(2) The Designated Location Aggregate
Limit applies separately to each
"location".
(3) The Designated Location Aggregate
Limit does not apply to damages
because of "bodily injury" or "property
damage" included in the "productscompleted operations hazard".

Instead, the Products-Completed
Operations Aggregate Limit
described in Paragraph 3. below
applies to such damages.
(4) The Designated Location Aggregate
Limit does not apply to damages
under Coverage B. Instead, the
General Aggregate Limit described in
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Paragraph 2.d. below applies to such
damages.
(5) Any payments made for damages or
medical expenses to which the
Designated Location Aggregate Limit
applies will reduce:
(a) The Total Aggregate Limit; and
(b) The Designated Location
Aggregate Limit for the applicable
"location".

Such payments will not reduce the
General Aggregate Limit described in
Paragraph 2.d. below, the
Designated Project Aggregate Limit
or the Designated Location
Aggregate Limit for any other
"location".
d. Subject to the Total Aggregate Limit
described in Paragraph 2.a. above, the
General Aggregate Limit shown in the
Schedule – Limits Of Insurance And
Designated Projects And Locations
applies and is further subject to all of the
following provisions:
(1) The General Aggregate Limit is the
most we will pay for the sum of:
(a) Damages under Coverage A
because of "bodily injury" and
"property damage" caused by
"occurrences", and medical
expenses under Coverage C for
"bodily injury" caused by
accidents, that cannot be
attributed only to operations at a
single "project" or a single
"location"; and
(b) Damages under Coverage B.
(2) The General Aggregate Limit does
not apply to damages for "bodily
injury" or "property damage" included
in the "products-completed operations hazard". Instead, the Products-Completed Operations
Aggregate Limit described in
Paragraph 3. below applies to such
damages.
(3) Any payments made for damages or
medical expenses to which the
General Aggregate Limit applies will
reduce:
(a) The Total Aggregate Limit; and
(b) The General Aggregate Limit.

Such payments will not reduce the
Designated Project Aggregate Limit
for any "project" or the Designated
Location Aggregate Limit for any
"location".

4. The following replaces Paragraph 3. of SECTION
III – LIMITS OF INSURANCE:

3. The Products-Completed Operations Aggregate Limit shown in the Declarations is the most we will pay under Coverage A for
damages because of "bodily injury" or
"property damage" included in the "productscompleted operations hazard". Any payments made for such damages will not reduce the
Total Aggregate Limit, the General Aggregate
Limit, the Designated Project Aggregate Limit
for any "project" or the Designated Location
Aggregate Limit for any "location".

5. The following is added to the DEFINITIONS
Section:
"Location" means any designated location shown
in the Schedule – Limits Of Insurance And
Designated Projects and Locations that is owned
by or rented to you. For the purposes of
determining the applicable aggregate limit of
insurance, each "location" that includes a
premises involving the same or connecting lots,
or premises whose connection is interrupted only
by a street, roadway or waterway, or by a right-ofway of a railroad, will be considered a single "location".
"Project" means any designated project shown in
the Schedule – Limits Of Insurance And
Designated Projects And Locations that is away
from premises owned by or rented to you and at
which you are performing operations pursuant to
a contract or agreement. For the purposes of
determining the applicable aggregate limit of
insurance, each "project" that includes a premises
involving the same or connecting lots, or
premises whose connection is interrupted only by
a street, roadway or waterway, or by a right-ofway of a railroad, will be considered a single "project".
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Countersigned by
Authorized Representative
Form WC 00 03 13 Printed in U.S.A.

WAIVER OF OUR RIGHT TO RECOVER

FROM OTHERS ENDORSEMENT
Policy Number: 57WEOL64HF8 Endorsement Number:

Effective Date: 03/01/2024 Effective hour is the same as stated on the Information Page of the policy.

Named Insured and Address: BLACK EAGLE CONSULTING LLC
12130 SANTA MARGARITA CT
RANCHO CUCAMONGA CA 91730
We have the right to recover our payments from anyone liable for an injury covered by this policy. We will not enforce our right against the person or organization named in the Schedule.

This agreement shall not operate directly or indirectly to benefit anyone not named in the Schedule.

SCHEDULE
Any person or organization for whom you are required by contract or agreement to obtain this waiver from us.

Endorsement is not applicable in KY, NH, NJ or for any MO construction risk 403
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Resolution 2024-XXX
Adopted by the City of South Lake Tahoe
City Council
June 18, 2024
Authorizing Agreement with Black Eagle Consulting and Transferring Budget Salary Saving for Inspection Services for the 2024 Capital Improvement Projects

BACKGROUND
A. The City’s Inspector/Resident Engineer resigned on May 3, 2024, and the Public Works Department does not have adequate staffing to manage both the design and construction inspections for the 2024 construction season.

B. After recognizing this need, the Public Works Department began soliciting proposals for inspection, additional materials testing, and constructability review services. Staff released a Request for Proposal Proposals (RFP) to the public on May 3, 2024.

C. The evaluation team, comprised of Public Works and Finance Department staff, ranked Black Eagle Consulting as the highest ranked firm to provide the required services.

D. The Public Works Department-approved annual budget includes cost savings that would cover the 2024 Inspection Services. Other services for materials testing and constructability reviews will be charged to each project and additional funding allocation is not required.

E. Inspection, Material testing, and constructability reviews are essential and necessary for proper construction of CIP projects.

BASED ON THE FACTS SET FORTH IN THE BACKGROUND, BE IT RESOLVED, that the City Council of the City of South Lake Tahoe:

1. Authorizes the transfer of $96,000 from the following Accounts to Account 100-03210- 42025 (Contract Services):
a. $12,600 from Account 245-03210-41015
b. $84,400 from Account 100-03210-41015

2. Authorizes and directs the Mayor to execute an Agreement with Black Eagle Consulting for a not to exceed amount of $205,000.

Adopted by the City of South Lake Tahoe City Council on June 18, 2024, by the following vote:

Yes:

No:
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Absent:

Abstain:
________________________ Date:_________
Cody Bass, Mayor
Attest:
________________________
Susan Blankenship, City Clerk
The presence of electronic signature certifies that the foregoing is a true and correct copy as approved by the South Lake Tahoe City Council.
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City of South Lake Tahoe
Agenda Item Executive Summary
Joe Irvin, City Manager
__________________________________
Meeting Date: June 18, 2024
Agenda Item #:11
Agenda Item: Ordinance - Amendments to South Lake Tahoe City Code Chapter 4.150 (Refuse and Garbage) to Implement Residential 3-Cart System for Solid Waste, Recyclables, and Yard Trimmings (Second Reading)
Executive Summary: The proposed ordinance would amend City Code chapter 4.150 (Refuse and Garbage) to implement the residential 3-cart system for solid waste, recyclables, and organic waste, and to make other changes for consistency with the new Franchise Agreement with South Tahoe Refuse executed on August 22, 2023. It also makes other updates for consistency with state law and current practice. The proposed ordinance would be effective on September 15, 2024, consistent with the delivery of carts to residences. On June 4, 2024, City Council passed a motion to hold a first reading (by title only) and refer second reading and adoption to June 18, 2024.

Requested Action / Suggested Motions: Pass an Ordinance amending South Lake Tahoe City Code chapter 4.150 (Refuse and Garbage) to implement residential 3-cart system for solid waste, recyclables, and yard trimmings.

Responsible Staff Member: Heather Stroud, City Attorney Reviewed and Approved By: Susan Blankenship, City Clerk Olga Tikhomirova, Director of Finance Attachments:
01 - Staff Report - Amendments to Refuse and Trash Code for 3 Carts (2nd Reading).docx 02 - Ordinance - 3 Carts.docx
03 - Ordinance Redline.pdf
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City of South Lake Tahoe
Report to City Council
Meeting Date: June 18, 2024
Title: Ordinance – Amendments to South Lake Tahoe City Code Chapter 4.150 (Refuse and Garbage) to Implement Residential 3-Cart System for Solid Waste, Recyclables, and Yard Trimmings (Second Reading)
Location: Citywide
Responsible Staff Member: Heather Stroud, City Attorney (530) 542-6046 Background:

The proposed ordinance would amend City Code chapter 4.150 (Refuse and Garbage) to implement the residential 3-cart system for solid waste, recyclables, and organic waste, and to make other changes for consistency with the new Franchise Agreement with South Tahoe Refuse executed on August 22, 2023. It also makes other updates for consistency with state law and current practice.

The 3-cart system is required by Senate Bill 1383 (SB 1383). In September 2016, Governor Brown signed into law SB 1383, which is intended to reduce organic waste disposal by 75 percent and increase edible food recover by 20 percent by 2025. SB 1383 requires all cities and counties statewide to implement a mandatory organic recycling ordinance by January 1, 2022. In November 2020, the California Department of Resources Recycling and Recovery (CalRecycle) adopted regulations to implement SB 1383. The state anticipates that these requirements will reduce at least 4 million metric tons of greenhouse gas emissions annually by 2030.

The Public Works Director presented a summary of SB 1383 requirements to City Council on June 1, 2021. The City Council adopted Ordinance No. 2021-1157 on November 2, 2021, to partially implement the state organic waste recycling requirements. However, moving to the required 3-cart system was not feasible before updating the Franchise Agreement with South Tahoe Refuse, which completed in August 2023. Under the Franchise Agreement, the carts for collection of solid waste, recycling, and yard trimmings will be delivered to residences by September 15, 2024.

On June 4, 2024, City Council passed a motion to hold a first reading (by title only) and refer second reading and adoption to June 18, 2024.

Issue and Discussion:

As of January 1, 2022, CalRecycle’s regulations implementing SB 1383 required each jurisdiction to adopt a mandatory organic waste recycling ordinance. The proposed ordinance attached to this staff report is intended to complete the City’s obligations to meet this requirement.

The ordinance:
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 Requires residential customers (including single-family and multi-family up to four units) to use the three carts to be provided by South Tahoe Refuse for solid waste, recyclables, and yard trimmings, and to place the carts at the property line adjacent to the street no earlier than 6:00am on collection day with the following exceptions:
o Allows residential customers to obtain an additional cart for solid waste for an additional charge.
o Allows residential customers to share carts for recyclables and yard trimmings. o Allows residential customers with an existing bear box to continue to use their own container for solid waste within the bear box for collection.  Allows multi-residential properties of five or more units to comply with either the residential requirements above or the commercial requirements.
o Allows for application for a physical space waiver upon evidence that the premises lacks adequate space for the containers otherwise required.

Under the Franchise Agreement, South Tahoe Refuse is required to provide bear-resistant carts for residential solid waste.

Financial Implications:

Implementation costs of this ordinance within the City of South Lake Tahoe include the capital improvements South Tahoe Refuse is making such as semi-automated collection vehicles and purchasing the residential carts. An independent report by Crowe LLP to the Solid Waste Joint Powers Authority, dated Oct. 20, 2023, indicates that South Tahoe Refuse will need to raise its rates by 10.16 percent over the next two years (2025 and 2026) to cover the increased costs of organic waste collection. South Tahoe Refuse has proposed to spread out the costs over two years to mitigate the impact of the rate increase. A rate increase application will be considered by the Solid Waste Joint Powers Authority and City Council later this year.

Environmental Considerations:

The proposed ordinance is exempt from review under the California Environmental Quality Act (CEQA) pursuant to CEQA Guidelines sections 15061(b)(3) (common sense exemption that CEQA does not apply to projects where it can be seen with certainty that there is no possibility that the action may have a significant effect on the environment), 15307 (actions by regulatory agencies for protection of natural resources), and 15308 (actions by regulatory agencies for protection of the environment). The proposed ordinance would implement state law organic waste recycling requirements and reduce greenhouse gas emissions.

Policy Implications:

The proposed ordinance is consistent with the City’s adopted Climate Action Plan, specifically Actions WA-2 (Promote reductions in organic waste and landfill diversion), and WA-3 (Implement waste and climate change education program). Additionally, the ordinance advances the City’s Strategic Plan 2023-2028, specifically Goal 3.4 (Waste Management and Stewardship), Action 2 (Include “bear proof” trash containers in Franchise Agreement update with STR). 408
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Ordinance 2024-XXX
Adopted by the City of South Lake Tahoe
City Council
June 18, 2024
An Ordinance Amending Chapter 4.150 (Refuse and Garbage) of the South Lake Tahoe City Code to Implement Residential 3-Cart System for Solid Waste, Recyclables, and Yard Trimmings

FINDINGS
A. Senate Bill 1383, the Short-Lived Climate Pollutant Reduction Act of 2016, required the California Department of Resources Recycling and Recovery (CalRecycle) to develop regulations to reduce organics in landfills as a source of methane. As adopted by CalRecycle, these SB 1383 regulations place requirements on multiple entities including cities, residential households, commercial businesses, commercial edible food generators, haulers, self-haulers, food recovery organizations, and food recovery services to support achievement of statewide organic waste disposal reduction targets. The SB 1383 regulations also required the implementation of a residential 3-cart system for collection of solid waste, recyclables, and organic waste.

B. The SB 1383 regulations required cities to adopt and enforce an ordinance or other enforceable mechanism to implement relevant provisions of the SB 1383 regulations by January 1, 2022.

C. On October 1, 2021, the City of South Lake Tahoe applied for a high-elevation waiver from some of the SB 1383 regulations including residential food waste collection, which CalRecycle granted because all of the land within the City is over 4,500 feet in elevation.

D. On November 2, 2021, the City Council adopted Ordinance No. 2021-1157, to partially implement the requirements of the SB 1383 regulations; however, moving to the required 3- cart system was not feasible before updating the Franchise Agreement with South Tahoe Refuse to account for the capital costs of moving to semi-automated collection trucks and purchasing the residential carts.

E. On August 22, 2023, the City Council passed Resolution No. 2023-076, approving an exclusive Franchise Agreement with South Tahoe Refuse for Solid Waste, Recycling, and Organics Services.
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F. This Ordinance completes the City’s implementation of the SB 1383 requirements applicable to the City of South Lake Tahoe, and also includes other clean-up amendments for consistency with state law and current practice.

Now, Therefore, the City Council of City of South Lake Tahoe does ordain as follows:

SECTION 1. Chapter 4.150 (Refuse and Garbage) of the South Lake Tahoe City Code is hereby amended to read in its entirety as follows:

Chapter 4.150

SOLID WASTE, RECYCLING, AND ORGANIC MATERIALS
Sections:

Article I. In General

4.150.010 Definitions.

4.150.020 Purpose and intent of chapter.

4.150.025 Appeals.

Article II. Collection and Disposal Services

4.150.030 Provision for and supervision by city.

4.150.040 Persons authorized to collect, dispose of, and process discarded materials.

Article III. Collection and Disposal Requirements and Standards Division 1. Generally

4.150.080 Vehicles used to transport discarded materials.

4.150.090 Collection and disposal – Duty of owner or occupant.

4.150.100 Collection and disposal – Contract for service.

4.150.110 Residential containers.

4.150.120 Multiresidential containers.

4.150.130 Commercial containers.

4.150.140 Determination of sufficient container size/collection frequency.

4.150.150 Mandatory collection for repeat offenders (commercial and residential).

4.150.160 Mandatory multiplier for repeat offenders.

4.150.170 Frequency of disposal.

4.150.180 Storage.

4.150.190 Bulky items.

4.150.200 Exception – Vacant establishments.

4.150.210 Placement of residential containers for collection purposes.

4.150.220 Placement of commercial containers for collection purposes.

4.150.230 Placement of multiresidential containers for collection purposes.

4.150.240 Removal of containers from public view.

4.150.250 Owner’s responsibility for other refuse.

4.150.260 Standards and responsibilities regarding dumpsters.

Division 2. Residential Units and Commercial Establishments

4.150.270 Required use of authorized collection.
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4.150.280 Access to receptacles for collection purposes.

4.150.300 Liability for payment of fees.

4.150.310 Billing and collection – Discounts – Penalty for delinquent payments.

4.150.320 Fee a civil debt.

4.150.330 Mandatory collection areas.

4.150.340 Liability for payment of fees – Mandatory collection.

4.150.350 Billing cycle and penalty for delinquent payments.

4.150.360 Discontinuation of service.

4.150.370 Lien for 180-day delinquencies.

4.150.390 Exemptions.

Article IV. Prohibited Acts and Enforcement

4.150.400 Collection or disposal by unauthorized persons.

4.150.410 Placement of discarded materials in receptacle or upon land of another.

4.150.420 Placement of containers on vacant lots.

4.150.430 Placement for collection of items other than discarded materials.

4.150.440 Littering public or private property.

4.150.450 Burning refuse.

4.150.460 Rendering of fat, distillation of bones, etc.

4.150.470 Bringing discarded materials into the city.

4.150.480 Storing of discarded materials inside buildings.

4.150.490 Connection of water or electrical services prior to issuance of permit.

4.150.500 Disclosure required upon sale of real property.

4.150.505 Compliance inspections.

4.150.510 Violations of chapter declared a nuisance.

Article V. Recycling Regulations
Division 1. Generally

4.150.520 Purpose and intent of article.

4.150.530 Collection of discarded materials by other than exclusive franchisee prohibited.

4.150.540 Removal of recyclable materials from existing state-authorized buyback centers prohibited.

4.150.610 Development of materials recovery facility prohibited.

Division 2. Recycling Organic Waste

4.150.620 Requirements for residential organic waste recycling.

4.150.630 Requirements for commercial organic waste recycling.

4.150.640 Requirements for food recovery organizations and services.

For state law authorizing city to enter into solid waste disposal contracts, see H. and S.C. § 4250. As to solid waste generally, see H. and S.C. §§ 4100 to 4520. As to depositing, throwing, etc., handbills on public property, see SLTCC 6.05.030. As to depositing or placing handbills in vehicles, see SLTCC 6.05.040. As to distributing, throwing, etc., on private property, see SLTCC 6.05.050. As to restrictions on outdoor fires, see SLTCC 5.05.010. As to required clearing of brush, vegetation, etc., around buildings and structures and along roadways, see SLTCC 5.05.020 to 5.05.040. As to abandoned, wrecked, dismantled or inoperative vehicles, see SLTCC 4.45.010 to 4.45.160. 411
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Article I. In General

4.150.010 Definitions.

For the purpose of this chapter, the following words and phrases shall have the meanings ascribed to them by this section, except where the context clearly indicates a different meaning, as follows:
“Bear box” means a metal container used at a residential property which is intended to store discarded materials until collection day, and which includes a locking mechanism to prevent bear access.
“Bin” means a container with a hinged and tight-fitting lid and wheels designed to be mechanically serviced by a commercial collection vehicle, and that is designed to hold from one to six cubic yards of material with the lid properly closed.
“Bulky items” means large items of solid waste such as appliances, furniture, auto parts, trees and other oversize waste.
“Cardboard” means a thin, stiff, pasteboard made of paper pulp, used for making cartons and signs. “Carpet” means a thick, heavy covering for a floor, usually made of wool, or synthetic fiber. “Cart” means a plastic container with a hinged and tight-fitting lid and wheels that is serviced by an automated or semi-automated collection vehicle, is provided by the city’s franchisee, and which has a capacity of at least 20 and not more than 95 gallons, and is used for collection of solid waste, recyclable materials, or organic materials from commercial or residential premises. “Collection” means the complete operation of gathering together and transporting to the point of disposal or processing any solid waste, recyclable, bulky item, or organic waste materials. “Collection fees” means the fees established as provided by law for the collection, disposal, and processing of discarded materials.
“Commercial container” means a container supplied by the franchisee to any person subscribing or receiving solid waste service and constructed of metal, plastic or other suitable material in such a fashion as to be watertight.
“Commercial premises” means that portion of any building or other premises which is not a residence, residential unit or housekeeping unit.
“Compactor” means any container which has a compaction mechanism, whether stationary or mobile. “Container” means a city-approved receptacle for collection of solid waste, recyclable materials, or organic materials and includes bins, carts, compactors, open-top roll-off boxes, customer owned containers, and drop boxes.
“Construction and demolition debris (C&D)” means materials generated by or resulting from construction or demolition-related activities, including building, construction, deconstruction, demolition, excavation, grading, improvement, land clearing, reconstruction, remodeling, and renovation, such as discarded building materials, packaging, debris, and rubble resulting from construction, alteration, remodeling, repair, or demolition operations on an pavements, excavation projects, houses, commercial buildings, or other structures, excluding excluded waste. Construction and demolition debris includes rocks, soils, tree remains, and other yard trimmings which result from land clearing or land development operations in preparation for construction. 412
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“Curbside” means as near but in no event more than five feet, from the property line that abuts a paved public street or in the event the property does not abut a paved public street, where the property abuts a public street, alley, right-of-way or easement and in the case of a commercial location in the service alley of a commercial or institutional entity. “Customer owned container” means a 20-32 gallon plastic can owned by the owner or occupant and used for the collection of additional recyclable materials or organic materials or for collection of solid waste in a bear box.
“Discarded materials” means recyclable materials, organic materials, and solid waste placed by a customer in a container for the purposes of collection. “Disposal” means the complete operation of disposing of solid waste. “Drop box” means a container with a capacity of 10 to 40 cubic yards that is serviced by a roll-off collection vehicle.
“Edible food” means food intended for human consumption. “Excluded waste” means hazardous substance, hazardous waste, infectious waste, designated waste, volatile, corrosive, biomedical, infectious, biohazardous, and toxic substances or material, waste that the city or franchisee reasonably believes would as a result of or upon disposal, be a violation of local, state, or federal law, regulation, or ordinance, including land use restrictions or conditions, waste that cannot be disposed of in class III landfills, waste that in the city or franchisee’s reasonable opinion would present a significant risk to human health or the environment, cause a nuisance or otherwise create or expose the city or franchisee to potential liability; but not including de minimis volumes or concentrations of waste of a type normally found in residential solid waste after implementation of programs for the safe collection, recycling, treatment, and disposal of batteries and paint in compliance with sections 41500 and 41082 of the California Public Resources Code, as may be amended from time to time. Excluded waste does not include used motor oil and filters, or household batteries when properly placed for collection. “Food recovery organization” means an entity that engages in the collection or receipt of edible food from commercial edible food generators and distributes that edible food to the public for human consumption either directly or through other entities, including food banks, nonprofit charitable organizations, and nonprofit charitable temporary food facilities, as defined in Section 18982(a) of Title 14 of the California Code of Regulations, as may be amended from time to time. “Food recovery service” means a person or entity that collects and transports edible food from a commercial edible food generator to a food recovery organization or other entities for human consumption, as defined in Section 18982(a) of Title 14 of the California Code of Regulations, as may be amended from time to time.
“Food waste” means food scraps, including fruits, vegetables, meat, poultry, seafood, shellfish, bones, rice, beans, pasta, bread, cheese, and eggshells. “Franchisee” means any person that has entered into a franchise agreement with the city to collect, remove, transport, process or dispose of solid waste or recyclables or compostables, or to operate any solid waste facility.
“Household hazardous waste (HHW)” means any substance or mixture that, if improperly handled, may be damaging to human health and well-being or a threat to the environment. HHW includes but is not limited to flammables, combustibles, poisons, toxics, oxidizers, corrosives, compressed gas, oil, 413
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antifreeze, explosives and radioactive materials as well as any other hazardous waste as defined in Health and Safety Code Section 25117 and the Hazardous Waste Management Reform Act of 1995. “Litter” is any quantity of improperly discarded solid waste, including but not limited to discarded furniture and appliances, overflowing residential and commercial trash cans, pieces of lumber and scrap metal left at a construction site, uncontainerized paper such as fast food packages, candy wrappers, cigarette butts, and/or plastic, glass, trash, debris, rubbish, refuse, garbage or junk parts and scrap materials.
“Littering” is the improper discarding, dropping or scattering of small quantities of waste matter ordinarily carried on or about the person, including but not limited to beverage containers and enclosures, packaging, wrappers, wastepaper, newspapers and magazines, in any place other than a place or container maintained for the lawful disposal thereof, including waste matter which escapes or is allowed to escape from a vehicle, container, receptacle or package. “Medical waste” means that waste which is generated or produced, as a result of the diagnosis, treatment, or immunization of human beings or animals, in research pertaining thereto, or in the production of testing of biological products, including but not limited to the accumulation of property containing home-generated sharps waste.
“Multiresidential” means two or more residential units located in a single building or a unified group of buildings, and shall include, but not be limited to, two or more units located in a planned unit development, an apartment complex or a mobile home park. “Nuisance” means the existence or accumulation, without the authority of the city of South Lake Tahoe, of litter, trash, manure, rubbish, scrap materials, junk parts, garbage, or refuse of any kind upon private or public property; provided, however, that said refuse is visible to the occupants of an adjacent or nearby parcel or real property, or to the users of any right-of-way. “Organic waste” means waste containing material originating from living organisms and their metabolic waste products, including food, green material, landscape and pruning waste, organic textiles and carpets, lumber, wood, paper products, printing and writing paper, manure, biosolids, digestate, and sludges, as defined in Section 18982(a)(46) of Title 14 of the California Code of Regulations, as may be amended from time to time.
“Owner” shall conclusively be deemed to be the person to whom the taxes on the property assessed as shown on the last equalized assessment roll of the county or, alternatively, from such other records of the county assessor or tax collector as contain more recent information. “Recyclables” or “recyclable material” means materials which are reused or processed or are in the future reused or processed into a form suitable for reuse through reprocessing or remanufacture, consistent with the requirements of the California Integrated Waste Management Act. The term “recyclable material” includes paper newsprint, printed matter, pasteboard, paper containers, cardboard, glass, aluminum, PET, HDPE, and other plastics, beverage containers, transformable and compostable materials, used motor oil, automotive batteries, antifreeze, latex paint, brick and stone in reusable size and condition, and such other material designated by the city council, or designated as recyclables by the California Integrated Waste Management Board, or other agency with jurisdiction. “Recycle” or “recycling” means the process of collecting, sorting, cleansing, treating and reconstituting materials that would otherwise become solid waste, and returning them to the economic mainstream in the form of raw material for new, reused or reconstituted products which meet the quality standards necessary to be used in the marketplace.
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“Repeat offender” means a second offense violation of this chapter occurring within one year at the same site.
“Residential unit” means a room or combination of rooms in a single building designed for human living, sleeping, eating and sanitary uses by a single family and their servants and nonpaying guests, and having cooking facilities. There may be more than one residential use in a single building. A mother-in-law unit is considered an additional residential unit. “Rubbish” means all nonputrescible waste matter, whether combustible or noncombustible, except hazardous waste and medical waste.
“Sharps waste” means any device having acute rigid corners, edges, or protuberances capable of cutting or piercing, including, but not limited to, hypodermic needles, hypodermic needles with syringes, blades, needles with attached tubing, syringes contaminated with biohazard waste, acupuncture needles, and root canal files. Broken glass items, such as Pasteur pipettes and blood vials contaminated with biohazard waste or any item capable of cutting or piercing that is contaminated with trauma scene waste.
“Single-family unit” means a dwelling which receives individual solid waste and/or curbside recycling service.
“Solid waste” means solid waste as defined in California Public Resources Code, Division 30, Part 1, Chapter 2, Section 40191 and implementing regulations. Excluded from the definition of solid waste are excluded waste, C&D, source-separated recyclable materials, edible food if it is recovered and not discarded, source-separated organic materials, and radioactive waste. Notwithstanding any provision to the contrary, solid waste may include de minimis volumes or concentrations of waste of a type and amount normally found in residential solid waste after implementation of programs for the safe collection, recycling, treatment, and disposal of household hazardous waste in compliance with Sections 41500 and 41802 of the California Public Resources Code as may be amended from time to time. Solid waste includes salvageable materials only when such materials are included for collection in a solid waste collection container not source-separated from solid waste at the site of generation. “Source-separated recyclables” means nonputrescible material, including paper, books, magazines, cardboard, box board, plastic, metal, glass, and other similar materials authorized by the city for collection by the franchisee that is separated by the generator from other waste material for the purpose of reuse or recycling, by placing the recyclables in separate containers, or by binding them separately; the recyclable material is returned to the economic mainstream in the form of raw material for new, reused or reconstituted products which meet the quality standards necessary to be used in the marketplace.
“Special wastes” means any designated wastes, as defined in 23 California Code of Regulations, Section 2522, and special handling waste generated by industrial facilities or processes, but shall not include “hazardous waste” as defined herein. Special wastes shall include asbestos, sewage sludge, water treatment sludge, drilling mud, grease waste, contaminated soils, shredder waste, agricultural waste, filter cake/dewatered sludge, spent catalyst fines, refinery ash and byproducts; except where any such wastes are deemed to be hazardous waste.
“Tier one commercial edible food generator” means a supermarket with gross annual sales of $2,000,000 or more, grocery store with a total facility size equal or greater to 10,000 square feet, food service provider, food distributor, or wholesale food vendor, as defined in Section 18982(a) of Title 14 of the California Code of Regulations, as may be amended from time to time. 415
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“Tier two commercial edible food generator” means a restaurant with 250 or more seats or a total facility size equal or greater than 5,000 square feet, hotel with an on-site food facility and 200 or more rooms, health facility with an on-site food facility and 100 or more beds, large venue, large event, state agency with a cafeteria with 250 or more seats or total facility size equal to or greater than 5,000 square feet, and local education agency with an on-site food facility, as defined in Section 18982(a) of Title 14 of the California Code of Regulations, as may be amended from time to time. “Transfer station” means those facilities, franchised by the city of South Lake Tahoe pursuant to this chapter, utilized to receive solid waste or recyclable material, temporarily store, separate, convert, or otherwise process the materials in solid wastes or to transfer the solid wastes directly from smaller to larger vehicles for transport.
“Yard trimmings” means a type of organic waste including green trimmings, grass, weeds, leaves, prunings, branches, dead plants, brush, tree trimmings, dead trees, small pieces of unpainted and untreated wood, and other types of organic waste resulting from normal yard and landscaping maintenance.

4.150.020 Purpose and intent of chapter.

The city council, after several public discussions and hearings, makes the following findings of fact, thereby declaring its purpose:

A. A substantial portion of the homes, apartments and other residential units within the city are owned by nonresidents.

B. A substantial portion of the residential units are occupied for short periods by persons on vacations.

C. The owners or occupiers of many residential units have not made arrangements for the collection of discarded materials.

D. Discarded material from such residential units either:

1. Accumulates at such premises;

2. Is deposited in the streets or upon private or public property within the city; or

3. Is disposed of by depositing it in containers of other persons within the city. Any of such methods of disposal creates and constitutes a nuisance.

E. Many residents of the city who do not arrange for collection of discarded materials often allow discarded materials to accumulate for long periods of time and thereby create a nuisance.

F. The public health, safety and welfare of the citizens of and visitors to the city require that the accumulation, collection, removal and disposal of discarded materials from residential units within the city must be handled in a manner for the greatest good and least possible inconvenience, cost and maintenance to the city and the citizens thereof.

G. The periodic collection, removal and disposal of discarded materials from all residential units within the city benefits all owners, occupants or persons in possession, charge or control of all such units where such accumulates and requires removal therefrom on a regular periodic basis; and that all such owners, occupants or persons in possession, charge or control of all such units within the city should be made liable for the payment of the fees for such collection, removal and disposal irrespective of the actual use of the discarded materials collection services provided by the city. 416
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H. Multiresidential units and commercial businesses within the city, including motels and hotels, need to provide adequate removal of discarded materials so as to fully comply with health codes and other governmental regulations.

4.150.025 Appeals.

An appeal from any determination made pursuant to the provisions of this chapter may be appealed pursuant to Chapter 2.35 SLTCC.

Article II. Collection and Disposal Services

4.150.030 Provision for and supervision by city.

The city shall provide for the collection and disposal or processing of discarded materials from all premises required to be served within the city. Such provision may be made either by letting a contract for such collection and removal or otherwise. The city or, if collection and removal services are contracted for, the franchisee, shall have charge and supervision of such collection and removal and shall prescribe and establish routes and days for collection of discarded materials from the various parts of the city so as to conform to the provisions of this chapter and may change the same from time to time. When such routes or days of collection are established or changed, not less than 10 days prior to the effect of such change, notice thereof shall be given to all parties concerned.

4.150.040 Persons authorized to collect, dispose of, and process discarded materials.

The city and its duly authorized agents, servants and employees of any franchisee with whom the city may at any time enter into a contract therefor, and the agents, servants and employees of franchisee, while any such contract shall be in force, shall have the exclusive right and obligation to collect and dispose of or process discarded materials from all premises in the city.

This chapter shall not prohibit anyone licensed to do business in the city of South Lake Tahoe, during the course of performing the contracted duties, from collecting and disposing of C&D from a job upon which they are working in compliance with all applicable laws, ordinances and regulations then in effect. Individuals may not enter into a contract with anyone other than the city’s duly authorized agents for the collection, disposal, and/or processing of discarded materials from premises within the city. This does not preclude individuals or businesses from legally disposing of discarded materials from their own properties or properties which they manage pursuant to contract.

Article III. Collection and Disposal Requirements and Standards Division 1. Generally

4.150.080 Vehicles used to transport discarded materials.

A. Every vehicle used for the collection, removal or transportation of discarded materials and C&D shall be so designed and equipped as to prevent the escape or loss of any refuse, rubbish and debris while being transported. Whenever discarded materials or C&D is transported in an unenclosed vehicle, the container shall be so designed and equipped as to prevent the escape or loss of any such discarded materials or C&D while being so transported. Loads of tree trimmings, bushes or shrubs may be transported in open-bodied vehicles provided the material be securely tied in place to prevent scattering along the streets and alleys. Tree limbs shall be confined within the limits of the vehicle bed and shall not extend over the sides or extend beyond the tailgate of the vehicle.

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or alley of the city longer than necessary for the actual work of collection or to conduct collection or removal in any but a sanitary manner and by sanitary methods.

4.150.090 Collection and disposal – Duty of owner or occupant.

Each person owning improved premises in the city, and each person occupying or having charge or control of improved premises in the city shall, in accordance with the terms of this chapter and all applicable state and federal regulations, make available for collection and disposal, or if a nonresidential commercial business provide legal access to collection and disposal of all discarded material which has accumulated on such premises, on the appointed day and at the appointed time, except where weather conditions prevent such collection and disposal.

4.150.100 Collection and disposal – Contract for service.

For services outside the provisions of this chapter, individuals or businesses may contract with the city or the city’s franchisee; provided, such services shall be offered and accepted according to the rate schedule applicable thereto.

4.150.110 Residential containers.

Each owner shall place and/or direct its tenants to place source-separated recyclable materials in the applicable container; place yard trimmings in the applicable container; and place solid waste in the applicable container; and shall not place prohibited container contaminants in containers and not place materials designated for the yard trimmings or recyclable materials containers in the solid waste containers.

Bulky items shall be collected at additional charge to the customer. Bulky items must remain out of sight from the general public view, and shall only be placed at curbside on the arranged day of collection at the property line adjacent to a public street no earlier than 6:00 p.m. of the day prior to the day designated for collection, and shall be removed from public view by 6:00 p.m. on the day designated for collection, unless containers are housed in approved shelters. In the event a bulky item is placed in view of the general public without scheduled collection, the city manager or the county health officer shall order the franchisee to collect said item at the property owner’s expense.

Customers may exercise the option to deliver such bulky items directly to the transfer station at transfer station rates, or otherwise properly dispose of such bulky items.

4.150.120 Multiresidential containers.

Each person owning, or having charge or control of, a multiresidential property of five units or greater shall place for collection and disposal all discarded materials originating on such premises in a suitable container or containers, and may elect to be serviced either with residential containers as described in SLTCC 4.150.110 or commercial containers as described in SLTCC 150.130.

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to a public street no earlier than 6:00 p.m. of the day prior to the day designated for collection, and shall be removed from public view by 6:00 p.m. on the day designated for collection, unless containers are housed in approved shelters on the arranged day of collection. In the event a bulky item is placed in view of the general public without scheduled collection, the city manager or the county health officer shall order the franchisee to collect said item at the property owner’s expense.

Customers may exercise the option to deliver such bulky items directly to the transfer station at transfer station rates, or otherwise properly dispose of such bulky items.

4.150.130 Commercial containers.

Each person owning, or having charge or control of, a commercial premises shall place for collection and disposal all discarded materials originating on such premises in a suitable container or containers consisting of either carts for solid waste and recyclables and a bin for organic waste, or one or more compactors sufficient to accommodate the type and amount of discarded materials generated at such commercial establishment. Lids must remain closed at all times, except when discarded materials are being added or removed from the container. Size of container and frequency of collection shall be determined by the type and amount of discarded materials generated, so that collection occurs as often as good sanitary practice and applicable state and federal law require.

Frequency of collection shall be at least once per week for commercial establishments generating food waste. Collection for commercial establishments not generating food waste shall be either regularly scheduled or on an as-needed basis, unless as-needed collection is determined by the city manager or the county health officer to constitute a health hazard. Contents of the container shall not extend above the rim of the container.

Bulky items shall be collected at an additional charge to the customer. Bulky items must remain out of sight from the general public view, and shall only be placed at curbside at the property line adjacent to public street no earlier than 6:00 p.m. of the day prior to the day designated for collection, and shall be removed from public view by 6:00 p.m. on the day designated for collection, unless containers are housed in approved shelters on the arranged day of collection. In the event a bulky item is placed in view of the general public without scheduled collection, the city manager or the county health officer shall order the franchisee to collect said item at the property owner’s expense.

Customers may exercise the option to deliver bulky items directly to the transfer station for transfer station rates, or properly dispose of such bulky items.

4.150.140 Determination of sufficient container size/collection frequency.

In the event a multiresidential or commercial property is determined to constitute a nuisance because of blowing debris originating from the container, or the container is determined to be insufficient to contain discarded materials generated, or is determined to be a hazard to the public health or is otherwise in violation of health codes, the city manager or the county health officer may order a change in the size of container, and/or increase the frequency of collection, as well as any other alternatives set forth in SLTCC 4.150.150(A) through (I), at the expense of the person owning or having charge or control of said property.

4.150.150 Mandatory collection for repeat offenders (commercial and residential).

No person owning or possessing any multiresidential dwelling or owning or possessing any singlefamily dwelling, or industrial, commercial or business premises or structure, shall allow or permit any excess discarded materials, rubbish, or waste to collect and accumulate upon or in the premises or structure in a manner that creates a nuisance.

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such a manner as to prevent the harboring and breeding of rodents, insects and other vermin and to take adequate precautions to prevent ready access to the waste by animals; as to prevent objectionable odors in the ambient air; as not to constitute a fire hazard; and as not to result in such unsightliness as to result in the depreciation of value of adjacent property or the comfortable enjoyment of life thereon.

If the city manager finds and determines that during the intervals between collection or disposal, accumulation of discarded materials results in a nuisance and thus is contrary to the public health and welfare of the city, and/or the property owner has failed to adequately provide for appropriate collection and/or storage pursuant to this chapter, mandatory commercial or increased residential collection service shall be imposed for minimum of one year. Further, the city manager may impose one or more of the following corrective enforcement actions for a minimum of one year:

A. Increasing the size of the container;
B. Increasing the frequency of collection service;
C. Ordering the removal of trailers, pickup trucks, dump trucks and storage containers under the nuisance abatement procedure pursuant to Chapter 4.40 SLTCC; D. Mandating safety-approved dumpsters with tight-fitting lids; E. Mandating dumpster “skirting” for containers;
F. Mandating relocation of dumpster;
G. Mandating “controlled access” lids to prevent animal disturbances; H. Mandating bear-proof containers for repeat violators of single-family residences and multiresidential properties not using safety-approved dumpsters; and/or I. Any other enforcement action deemed reasonable and appropriate by the city manager.

4.150.160 Mandatory multiplier for repeat offenders.

The collection of discarded materials from all hotels, hotel/resorts, motels, motels converted to residential units, inns, time-share condominiums and motor inns may be based upon a motel multiplier of 0.10 cubic yards, per motel unit, per week to determine a minimum level of collection service.

The collection of discarded materials from all multiresidential units may be based upon a multiresidential multiplier of 0.40 cubic yards, per residential unit, per week to determine a minimum level of collection service.

Nothing in this section is intended to prevent any arrangement, or the continuance of an existing arrangement, under which payments to the franchisee for collection service are made by a tenant or tenants, or any agent, on behalf of the owner. However, any such arrangement will not affect the owner’s obligation as provided herein.

4.150.170 Frequency of disposal.

Collection of solid waste shall be made at least once a week from single-family residences and multiresidential units, or as many times per week as the city manager may order.

No more than one week’s accumulation of solid waste or food waste shall be kept or permitted to remain upon any commercial premises in the city.
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At the minimum, there shall be at least one collection per week from restaurants; cafes; diners; hamburger stands; coffee shops; coffee houses; fast food places; grocery stores; vegetable, meat, poultry or fish markets, or fresh drink stands; and any other commercial establishment generating food waste.

4.150.180 Storage.

No person shall store discarded materials in trucks, trailers, vans, delivery wagons, pickup trucks, truck trailers or dump trucks, or any other unapproved storage containers for more than 48 hours.

4.150.190 Bulky items.

All bulky items (nonhazardous) left at curbside will be picked up by the franchisee during regularly scheduled route days and the account holder will be billed accordingly.

4.150.200 Exception – Vacant establishments.

The owner or person in possession, charge or control of any commercial establishment shall not be required to subscribe to services provided by a franchisee during such periods as the establishment is vacant and not generating or accumulating discarded materials. Nor shall commercial establishments in residential units with a business license be subject to additional mandatory commercial collection.

4.150.210 Placement of residential containers for collection purposes.

Suitable containers for residential service, up to and including a fourplex, shall be placed in such a manner as not to be readily visible from public streets; provided, that during the time fixed for collection from the premises, containers shall be placed for collection as follows:

A. Carts and customer owned containers shall be placed at the property line adjacent to a public street no earlier than 6:00 a.m. on the day designated for collection, and shall be removed from public view by 6:00 p.m. on the day designated for collection, except for approved customer owned containers which may remain in a bear box for solid waste collection. During snow removal conditions, franchisee is only required to service bear boxes where a direct path of access at least 36 inches wide has been cleared of snow from the public street to the bear box.B. During snow removal conditions, franchisee shall return of containers to a location 10 feet outside of the right-of-way to avoid interference with or damage from city snow removal operations, so long as a path of access at least 36 inches wide has been cleared of snow from the public street to a point 10 feet outside of the right-of-way.

C. During snow removal conditions, customers shall provide a clear path for the return of containers to a point 10 feet outside of the right-of way.

D. Shelter or housing for containers shall not be constructed or installed until approved by the city planning division.

4.150.220 Placement of commercial containers for collection purposes.

Suitable containers for commercial service, other than safety-approved dumpsters, shall be placed in such a manner as not to be readily visible from public streets; provided, that during the time fixed for collection from the premises, containers are placed for collection in such a manner as previously approved by franchisee.

Commercial containers shall be placed at the property line adjacent to a public street no earlier than 6:00 p.m. of the day prior to the day designated for collection, and shall be removed from public view by 6:00 p.m. on the day designated for collection, unless containers are housed in approved shelters.

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During snow removal conditions, customer shall provide and maintain a clear path for the retrieval and return of containers to a point 10 feet outside of the right-of-way. Shelter or housing for commercial dumpsters shall not be constructed or installed until approved by the city planning division.

Containers which have become so damaged as to be no longer suitable for use, which no longer have tight-fitting lids, and are so designated by franchisee, the city manager, or the county health officer shall be replaced by the resident and/or business owner with a suitable container.

4.150.230 Placement of multiresidential containers for collection purposes.

Multiresidential premises of five units or greater shall comply with either SLTCC 4.150.210 or

4.150.220, depending on whether the owner has elected to use residential containers or commercial containers.

4.150.240 Removal of containers from public view.

All residential, including multiresidential, and commercial containers, other than safety-approved dumpsters, shall be removed from public view not later than 6:00 p.m. on the appointed day of collection; provided, however, that containers within shelters or housing approved in accordance with SLTCC 4.150.210(D) shall be within such shelters or housing not later than 6:00 p.m. on the appointed day of collection.

4.150.250 Owner’s responsibility for other refuse.

The collection and disposal of any refuse which is excepted from collection and disposal by franchisee shall be the sole responsibility of the owner upon whose property such refuse originates.

The owner will not leave such refuse at the front property line or in such a manner as to be readily visible from the public street.

4.150.260 Standards and responsibilities regarding dumpsters.

A. Standards. The American National Standard Safety Requirements for the Stability of Refuse Bins (hereinafter known as Standards) is hereby adopted and incorporated in the South Lake Tahoe city code by reference. A full and complete copy of the requirements is on file in the South Lake Tahoe city clerk’s office and in the business office of South Tahoe Refuse Company located at 2140 Ruth Avenue, South Lake Tahoe, CA.

B. Responsibilities. The following responsibilities shall apply:

1. Manufacturer Responsibility. It shall be the responsibility of the manufacturer of refuse bins to design and construct newly manufactured refuse bins in conformance with Sections 3 and 5 of the Standards.

Newly manufactured refuse bins shall have a permanent identification of the name of the manufacturer and either the date of manufacture or a code traceable to the date of manufacture.

A statement attesting to compliance with this standard shall also be provided on the permanent identification.

The manufacturer of refuse bins shall inform purchasers of the refuse bins of the applicable requirements of this standard.

2. Retrofitter Responsibility. It shall be the responsibility of persons who retrofit or modify refuse bins to modify or reconstruct in-service bins in conformance with Sections 3 and 5 of the Standards.
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3. Owner Responsibility. It shall be the responsibility of the owner of refuse bins to ensure that refuse bins are modified or retrofitted to meet the requirements of the Standards.

It shall be the responsibility of the owner of refuse bins to ensure that the only refuse bins that are in conformance with Sections 3 and 5 of the Standards are used.

The owner of refuse bins shall inform the customer of necessary safety precautions and requirements associated with the use of the bins including, but not limited to, the requirements specified in subsections (B)(3)(a) through (d) of this section:
a. Refuse bins shall be placed on a hard, level, weather-resistant surface. b. Refuse bins shall be loaded uniformly, with no refuse extending beyond the internal volume of the bin.
c. All safety features for stability shall be used, such as fasteners (where required) to secure the refuse bin to a stationary object.
d. The customer shall inform the owner of the refuse bins of any damage, defect or malfunction of the refuse bin.

The owners shall train their employees in the use, handling and placement of refuse bins so as to be in conformance with the requirements of these Standards.

4. Franchisee Responsibility. The franchisee shall train its employees in the use, handling and placement of refuse bins so as to be in conformance with the requirements of these Standards.

The franchisee shall inform the owner of the refuse bins of any damage, defect or malfunction of the refuse bin.

5. Franchisee Employee Responsibility. The employee of the franchisee shall return the refuse bins to their original location after unloading. If the location of the refuse bins is not a hard, level, weather-resistant surface, the employee of the franchisee shall notify the customer and the owner.

6. Customer Responsibility. The customer shall be responsible for ensuring that a hard, level, weather-resistant surface is provided for the placement of refuse bins.

The customer shall ensure that refuse bins used are placed on the customer’s premises in conformance with the applicable requirements of the Standards.

Division 2. Residential Units and Commercial Establishments

4.150.270 Required use of authorized collection.

Each person owning one or more improved residential units or commercial premises in the city, and each person occupying or having charge or control of improved residential or commercial premises in the city, shall make available for collection, not less than once each week on the appointed day and at the appointed time, all discarded material which has accumulated on such premises. Each person who is an owner, occupant or person in possession, charge or control of a parcel of property upon which there exists a residential unit or commercial enterprise shall subscribe to and use, and shall dispose of all discarded material through, the regular collection and disposal service of the city or its authorized franchisee.
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4.150.280 Access to receptacles for collection purposes.

Each person required by the provisions of this chapter to accept mandatory collection and disposal services shall provide reasonable access to containers on the appointed day of collection. Periods of inclement weather shall not excuse any such person from affording such reasonable access to containers.

4.150.300 Liability for payment of fees.

Each owner, occupant or person in possession, charge or control of a parcel of property upon which there exists a residential unit or commercial enterprise within the city is hereby made liable for the payment of the collection fees levied against such premises for required collection services, irrespective of the actual use of the collection services provided by the city or its authorized franchisee. Services made available to those premises required to receive such services shall be considered as services utilized. It shall be the duty of the owner of such premises to provide for payment of the collection fees. It shall be the duty of the franchisee to bill separately each residential unit.

Nothing in this section shall prevent an arrangement for the continuance of an existing arrangement under which payments of collection fees are made by a tenant or tenants or any agent on behalf of the owner. Any such arrangement will not affect the owner’s obligation to the city or its authorized franchisee.

4.150.310 Billing and collection – Discounts – Penalty for delinquent payments.

Collection fees shall be billed and paid in advance on a monthly, bi-monthly, or quarterly basis.

Payment shall be due upon, and shall become delinquent after, the fifteenth day following the date of billing. Notwithstanding the above, each person who receives a bill for quarterly service shall have the option of paying for service through the end of the year billed.

A finance charge of one and one-half percent of the amount of the fee shall be added at the end of each month following the delinquency date.

4.150.320 Fee a civil debt.

The collection fee shall be a civil debt owed by the owner, occupant or person in possession, charge or control of the real property and/or structures of a residential unit or commercial enterprise. In the event that any civil action to enforce the collection of the collection fee is brought in any court, the prevailing party shall be entitled to reasonable attorney’s fees to be determined by the court. The prevailing party shall be the party in whose favor final judgment is entered.

4.150.330 Mandatory collection areas.

A mandatory collection area is established and shall consist of the current incorporated city limits of the city of South Lake Tahoe within the Lake Tahoe basin, county of El Dorado, state of California.

4.150.340 Liability for payment of fees – Mandatory collection.

Each owner, occupant or person in possession, charge or control of any collection premises located in a mandatory collection area is hereby made liable jointly and severally for the payments of the solid waste collection, processing and disposal fees levied against such premises for required solid waste collection, processing and disposal services, irrespective of the actual use of the service provided by the district or grantee. Services made available to those premises required to receive service shall be considered as services utilized. It shall be the duty of the owner of such premises to provide for the payment of the services.
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4.150.350 Billing cycle and penalty for delinquent payments.

A finance charge and late payment penalty as permitted by law shall be added at the end of each month following the delinquency date.

4.150.360 Discontinuation of service.

The city may direct the franchisee to discontinue service for any customer whose account remains unpaid for 60 days after the date of billing as long as the customer has received a notice on a form approved by the city manager or his/her designee stating that service will be discontinued 15 days from the date of the notice if payment is not made by that time. Upon payment of the delinquent fees, collection shall resume on the next regularly scheduled collection day. Fees shall continue to be assessed and billed notwithstanding that service has been discontinued and notice of same shall be included in the form sent to the customer.

4.150.370 Lien for 180-day delinquencies.

Mandatory collection fees authorized pursuant to these articles, which remain unpaid for a period of 180 days or more, after the date upon which they were billed, may be collected thereafter by the franchisee as provided herein.

A. Once a year the franchisee shall cause to be prepared a report of delinquent fees. The city planning commission shall fix a time, date and place for a public hearing for the report and any objections or protests thereto.

B. The commission shall cause notice of the hearing to be mailed, by certified mail, return receipt requested to the landowners listed on the report as well as publication of notice of the hearing in a newspaper of general circulation as well as posted pursuant to law not less than 30 days prior to the date of the hearing.

C. At the hearing, the commission shall hear any objections or protests of landowners liable for delinquent fees. The commission may make such revisions or corrections to the report as is deemed just and thereafter the report shall be forwarded to the city council for confirmation. Notice of the hearing to confirm the report shall be mailed to the landowners listed on the report.

D. The delinquent fees set forth in the report as confirmed shall constitute a special assessment against the respective parcels of land and are a lien of the property for such delinquent fees. A certified copy of the confirmed report shall be filed with the county auditor and/or county recorder’s office on or before August 10th, for the amounts of the respective assessments against the respective parcels of land as they appear on the current assessment roll. The lien created attaches upon recordation of the office of the county recorder of the county in which the property is situated with a certified copy of the resolution of confirmation. The assessment may be collected at the same time and in the same manner as ordinary county ad valorem property taxes. All laws applicable to the levy, collection and enforcement of ad valorem property taxes shall be applicable to such lien, except that if the real property to which such lien would attach has been transferred or conveyed to a bona fide purchaser for value, or if a lien of a bona fide purchaser for value has been created and attaches thereon, prior to the date on which the first installment of such taxes should become delinquent, then the lien which would otherwise be imposed by this section shall not attach to such real property and the delinquency fees, as confirmed relating to such property, shall be transferred to the unsecured roll for collection or a private collection agency.
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4.150.390 Exemptions.

A. The provisions of this article shall not apply to any of residential units or commercial enterprises which are not connected to water and electric power and where water or electric power cannot be provided to such premises without action by a public utility or mutual water company; provided, that such exemption shall terminate upon reconnection of water and electric power.

B. Provisions of this article shall not apply to any commercial enterprise which fully suspends its operation due to the seasonal nature of its particular business.

C. Provisions of this article shall not apply to any home business which operates fully out of a residential property, complies with business license requirements and does not exceed residential discarded material limitations.

D. Exemption from the mandatory collection may be granted to nonresidential and non-foodproducing businesses which submit a waste management plan to the city analyzing the business waste stream, and documenting: (1) the ability to recycle or reuse more than 50 percent of that waste stream; (2) the ability to source separate organic waste from other waste and either recycle its organic waste on site or self-haul its own organic waste for recycling. Any business that received an exemption from mandatory collection under this subsection (D) prior to January 1, 2022, and desires to maintain its exemption from mandatory collection shall submit a new request to the city containing the information required by this subsection prior to January 31, 2022.

Any person claiming an exemption pursuant to subsection (A) or (B) of this section shall file a statement under oath or under penalty of perjury with the city removal franchisee stating the facts upon which exemption is claimed and, in the absence of such statement substantiating the claim, such person shall be liable for the payment of the collection fees required by this article.

The removal franchisee, after giving notice of not less than 10 days and a reasonable opportunity for hearing to any person claiming an exemption pursuant to this section, may revoke any exemption granted upon information that the person is not entitled to the exemption as provided herein.

Article IV. Prohibited Acts and Enforcement

4.150.400 Collection or disposal by unauthorized persons.

No person, other than those persons permitted by the terms of this chapter, shall collect, dispose of, or process discarded materials, for commercial gain, in, along or over any public street, alley or highway in the city. No two or more owners of separate properties shall organize to jointly or collectively remove discarded materials from their respective properties.

4.150.410 Placement of discarded materials in receptacle or upon land of another.

No person shall place discarded materials upon the land of another, or in the container of another, or upon premises other than those from which the discarded materials originated, for the purpose of making such discarded materials available for collection and disposal. This section shall not prohibit the deposit of discarded materials at a duly permitted transfer station.

4.150.420 Placement of containers on vacant lots.

No person shall place a container, including dumpsters, upon a vacant lot or any site from which the discarded material was not originally generated. This includes property owned, leased, or rented by the person generating the discarded material.
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4.150.430 Placement for collection of items other than discarded materials.

No person shall place for collection and disposal, or place in public view, any item other than discarded materials or bulky items.

Neither the city, nor its authorized franchisee, shall collect or dispose of any item other than discarded materials or bulky items; provided, that this section shall not prohibit the deposit and disposal of any item at a duly permitted transfer station.

4.150.440 Littering public or private property.

No person shall throw, place, scatter, dump or otherwise deposit any refuse or other waste in or upon the private property of another. No person shall throw, place, scatter, dump or otherwise deposit any refuse or other waste in or upon any public property.

4.150.450 Burning refuse.

No person shall burn refuse within the city unless such act complies with all applicable laws of each and every jurisdictional agency.

4.150.460 Rendering of fat, distillation of bones, etc.

No person shall render any meat, grease, fat, offal, bones, animals, animal parts, animal substances, garbage, fish or parts of fish, or distill bones or reduce refuse, offal or dead animals or operate or conduct any plant or establishment for the distillation of bones, or the rendering of fat, or further reduction of refuse, offal or dead animals.

4.150.470 Bringing discarded materials into the city.

No person shall bring into or cause to be brought into the city any discarded materials or receive or possess any discarded materials brought into the city from beyond the city limits; provided, that the provisions of this section shall not apply to discarded materials being transported directly to, and received at, a duly permitted transfer station.

4.150.480 Storing of discarded materials inside buildings.

No person shall keep or maintain any discarded materials inside any building in violation of any provision of law.

4.150.490 Connection of water or electrical services prior to issuance of permit.

Such permit shall be issued by the city manager upon request of any person without fee. Collection fees shall be charged for service to such residential unit upon the issuance of such a permit or occupancy of such unit, whichever first occurs. The sole purpose of the permit required by this section is to advise the city manager that the residential unit should be charged collection fees, and such permit shall not authorize the connection of any water or electrical services to any premises in violation of any other provision of law.

4.150.500 Disclosure required upon sale of real property.

No person shall sell, or act as an agent for the purpose of selling, any parcel of real property without first disclosing, in writing, the amount or amounts, if any, of unpaid collection fees due and owing for collection services made available to such parcel of real property.

4.150.505 Compliance inspections.

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inspection. Compliance inspections may be performed without prior notice during normal business hours.

4.150.510 Violations of chapter declared a nuisance.

All violations of any portion of this chapter are hereby declared to be a nuisance and may be abated as such in the manner provided by law. Additionally and alternatively, violations of any portion of this chapter are subject to administrative citations and fines under Chapter 2.30 SLTCC.

Article V. Recycling Regulations
Division 1. Generally

4.150.520 Purpose and intent of article.

The purpose and intent of this article is to establish by ordinance:

A. The goal of recycling at least 50 percent, by weight, of the city of South Lake Tahoe’s waste; B. To require that the city of South Lake Tahoe develop and maintain a substantial, comprehensive, coordinated, and integrated recycling system for the efficient, cost-effective and environmentally sound disposal of waste;
C. To require the development and implementation of a solid waste management plan for the city of South Lake Tahoe;
D. To help preserve the quality of the environment for city of South Lake Tahoe residents by preserving resources, conserving energy, and reducing waste; E. To improve the city of South Lake Tahoe’s economy by creating useful and rewarding jobs for its residents; and
F. To protect and promote the health, safety, and well-being of the city of South Lake Tahoe residents.

4.150.530 Collection of discarded materials by other than exclusive franchisee prohibited.

No hauler or disposal company other than franchisee or its appropriately authorized designee shall in any way collect discarded materials from any location within the city limits.

4.150.540 Removal of recyclable materials from existing state-authorized buyback centers prohibited.

No individual, company or entity other than franchisee, or its authorized designee, shall be authorized to remove recyclable materials from any state-authorized buyback center. Said locations, for purposes of clarity of this regulation, are identified as follows:

Ruth Avenue Recycling Center.

Nothing in this section shall be construed to limit any individual, company or entity other than franchisee from developing additional recycling sites; provided applicable zoning, building, fire and other requirements of local and state regulatory agencies are met.

4.150.610 Development of materials recovery facility prohibited.

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Division 2. Recycling Organic Waste

4.150.620 Requirements for residential organic waste recycling.

A. Owners and occupants of single-family units and multiresidential properties of four or less units shall:

1. Subscribe to the city’s organic waste collection service for organic waste generated, except for food waste and food-soiled paper; and

2. Participate in the city’s organic waste collection service by placing organic waste generated, except for food waste and food-soiled paper, in a separate container in accordance with SLTCC

4.150.110.

B. Owners of multiresidential properties of five or more units who have not received a de minimis waiver or physical space waiver shall:

1. Subscribe to the city’s organic waste collection service;

2. Participate in the city’s organic waste collection service by placing organic waste generated, except for food waste and food-soiled paper, in a separate container in accordance with SLTCC

4.150.120;

3. Annually provide information to tenants about organic waste recovery requirements and about proper sorting of organic waste;

4. Provide educational information within 14 days of occupation of the premises to new tenants that describes requirements to keep organic waste separated and the location of containers and the rules governing their use at the property; and

5. Provide access for the city or its agent to the property during all inspections conducted under SLTCC 4.150.505 to confirm compliance with the requirements of this division.

C. De Minimis Waiver.

1. Owners of multiresidential properties of five or more units may request a de minimis waiver from some or all of the requirements of this section by submitting the following information:
a. The requirements requested to be waived;
b. Documentation that either: (a) the multiresidential property’s total solid waste collection service is two cubic yards or more per week and source separated organic waste subject to collection comprises less than 20 gallons per week; or (b) the multiresidential property’s total solid waste collection service is less than two cubic yards per week and source separated organic waste subject to collection comprises less than 10 gallons per week.

2. A de minimis waiver granted by the city will be effective for five years unless circumstances change such that the thresholds are exceeded, in which case the city will rescind the waiver. An applicant may reapply prior to the expiration of its waiver by providing the required information in this subsection (C).

D. Physical Space Waiver.
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1. Owners of multiresidential properties of five or more units may request a physical space waiver from some or all of the requirements of this section by submitting documentation from the franchisee, a licensed architect, or a licensed engineer demonstrating that the premises lacks adequate space for the organic waste container that would otherwise be required.

2. The city manager may grant a physical space waiver based on the information submitted in addition to any evidence from city staff justifying the waiver. A physical space waiver granted by the city will be effective for five years unless the portion of the premises where containers are stored is reconfigured, in which case the city will rescind the waiver. An applicant may reapply prior to the expiration of its waiver by providing the required information in subsection (D)(1).

4.150.630 Requirements for commercial organic waste recycling.

A. Owners and operators of commercial businesses generating more than two cubic yards of solid waste per week and have not received a physical space waiver shall arrange for organic waste recycling services, including food waste, consisting of at least one of the following:

1. Source separating organic waste from other waste and subscribing to a basic level of organic waste recycling services that includes collection and recycling of organic waste, including food waste;

2. Recycling organic waste on site or self-hauling organic waste, including food waste, for recycling; or

3. Subscribing to an organic waste recycling service that may include mixed waste processing that specifically recycles organic waste, including food waste; and

4. For owners and operators of commercial businesses complying with this subsection (A) through means other than subscribing to an organic waste recycling service provided by the city’s franchisee, an annual report shall be provided to the city by October 1st of each year to certify compliance through on-site recycling or self-hauling. Annual reports shall include the following information for the preceding 12-month period of June 30th to July 1st:
a. The name of the owner and operator for the commercial business; b. The name and address for the commercial business; and c. The volume in cubic yards or gallons, measured by the size of the containers in use, of organic waste recycled on site, through self-hauling including the destination(s), or by other means.

B. In addition to the applicable requirements of subsection (A) of this section, owners and operators of commercial businesses not granted an exemption from mandatory collection under SLTCC

4.150.390 and who have not received a de minimis waiver or physical space waiver shall:

1. Subscribe to the city’s organic waste collection service;

2. Participate in the city’s organic waste collection service by placing organic waste generated, except for food waste and food-soiled paper, in a separate container for collection;

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4. Prohibit employees from placing materials in a container not designated for those materials, to the extent practical through measures such as education, training, and inspection;

5. Periodically inspect the organic waste container for contamination and take corrective measures when contamination is found including reminding employees not to place materials in a container not designated for those materials;

6. Annually provide information to employees, contractors, tenants, and customers about organic waste recovery requirements and about proper sorting of organic waste;

7. Provide education information before or within 14 days of occupation of the premises to new tenants that describes requirements to keep organic waste materials, except for food waste, separated and the location of containers and the rules governing their use; and

8. Provide access to the city or its agent to its properties during all inspections conducted under SLTCC 4.150.505 to confirm compliance with the requirements of this division.

C. In addition to the applicable requirements of subsections (A) and (B) of this section, owners and operators of tier one commercial edible food generators shall:

1. Arrange to recover the maximum amount of edible food that would otherwise be disposed;

2. Contract with food recovery organizations or food recovery services for collection or acceptance of self-hauled edible food for food recovery;

3. Allow the city or agent to access the premises and review records pursuant to Section 18991.4 of Title 14 of the California Code of Regulations, as may be amended from time to time; and

4. Keep records that include the following information as required by Section 18991.4 of Title 14 of the California Code of Regulations, as may be amended from time to time:
a. A list of each food recovery service or organization that collects or receives the generator’s edible food pursuant to contract;
b. A copy of all such contracts;
c. A record of the following information for each contracted food recovery service or food recovery organization:
i. Name, address, and contact information;
ii. Types of food that will be collected or self-hauled; iii. Established frequency that food will be collected or self-hauled; and iv. Quantity of food, measured in pounds recovered per month, collected or self-hauled.

D. Commencing on January 1, 2024, owners and operators of tier two commercial edible food generators shall:

1. Comply with the requirements for tier one commercial edible food generators in this section; and
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2. For large venue or large event operators not providing food services, but allowing for food to be provided by others, require food facilities operating at the large venue or large event to comply with the requirements for tier one commercial edible food generators in this section.

E. De Minimis Waiver.

1. Owners and operators of commercial businesses may request a de minimis waiver from some or all of the requirements subsections (A) and (B) of this section by submitting the following information:
a. The requirements requested to be waived;
b. Documentation that either: (a) the commercial business’s total solid waste collection service is two cubic yards or more per week and source separated organic waste subject to collection comprises less than 20 gallons per week; or (b) the commercial business’s total solid waste collection service is less than two cubic yards per week and source separated organic waste subject to collection comprises less than 10 gallons per week.

F. Physical Space Waiver.

1. Owners and operators of commercial businesses may request a physical space waiver from some or all of the requirements of subsections (A) and (B) of this section by submitting documentation from the franchisee, a licensed architect, or a licensed engineer demonstrating that the premises lacks adequate space for the organic waste container that would otherwise be required.

4.150.640 Requirements for food recovery organizations and services.

A. Owners and operators of food recovery services maintaining their principal place of business within the city and having a contract with commercial edible food generators to collect or receive edible food directly shall:

1. Report to the city the total pounds of edible food recovered for the previous calendar year from tier one and tier two commercial edible food generators with which the food recovery service has contracted, no later than October 1st of each year for the preceding 12-month period of June 30th to July 1st; and

2. Maintain the following records:
a. Name, address, and contact information for each commercial food generator from which edible food is collected;
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b. Quantity, measured in pounds per month, of edible food collected from each commercial edible food generator;
c. Quantity, measured in pounds per month, of edible food transported to each food recovery organization; and
d. Name, address, and contact information for each food recovery organization to which the food recovery service transports edible food.

B. Owners and operators of food recovery organizations maintaining their principal place of business within the city and having a contract to collect or receive edible food directly shall:

2. Maintain the following records:
a. Name, address, and contact information for each commercial food generator from which edible food is received;
b. Quantity, measured in pounds per month, of edible food received from each commercial edible food generator; and
c. Name, address, and contact information for each food recovery service from which edible food is received.

SECTION 2. If any section, subsection, sentence, clause, or phrase of this Ordinance is for any reason held to be invalid or unconstitutional by a decision of any court of competent jurisdiction, such decision will not affect the validity of the remaining portions of this Ordinance. The City Council declares that it would have passed this Ordinance and each and every section, subsection, sentence, clause, or phrase not declared invalid or unconstitutional without regard to whether any portion of the Ordinance would be subsequently declared invalid or unconstitutional.

SECTION 3. The City Council finds that adoption of the proposed Ordinance is exempt from review under the California Environmental Quality Act (CEQA) under CEQA Guidelines sections 15061(b)(3) (common sense exemption that CEQA does not apply to projects where it can be seen with certainty that there is no possibility that the action may have a significant effect on the environment), 15307 (Actions by Regulatory Agencies for Protection of Natural Resources) and 15308 (Actions by Regulatory Agencies for Protection of the Environment) because it is an action taken by the City in its regulatory capacity, as authorized by state law, to protect the environment. Adopting the proposed Ordinance would protect the environment by implementing the state law organic waste recycling requirements and reduce greenhouse gas emissions.

SECTION 4. The City Clerk is directed to certify this Ordinance and cause it to be published in the manner required by law.

SECTION 5. This Ordinance shall become effective on September 15, 2024.

Yes:
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No:

Abstain:

Absent:
________________________ Date:_________
Cody Bass, Mayor
Attest:
________________________
Susan Blankenship, City Clerk
First Reading:

Published:

Effective:
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REFUSE AND GARBAGESOLID WASTE, RECYCLING, AND ORGANIC MATERIALS Sections:

Article I. In General

4.150.010 Definitions.

4.150.020 Purpose and intent of chapter.

4.150.025 Appeals.*
Article II. Collection and Disposal Services

4.150.030 Provision for and supervision by city.

4.150.040 Persons authorized to collect, and dispose of, and process discarded materialsrefuse.

Article III. Collection and Disposal Requirements and Standards Division 1. Generally

4.150.080 Vehicles used to transport refusediscarded materials.

4.150.090 Collection and disposal – Duty of owner or occupant.

4.150.100 Collection and disposal – Contract for service.

4.150.110 Residential refuse containers.

4.150.120 Multiresidential refuse containers.

4.150.130 Commercial refuse containers.

4.150.140 Determination of sufficient container size/collection frequency.

4.150.150 Mandatory collection for repeat offenders (commercial and residential).

4.150.160 Mandatory multiplier for repeat offenders.

4.150.170 Frequency of disposal.

4.150.180 Storage.

4.150.190 Bulky items.

4.150.200 Exception – Vacant establishments.

4.150.210 Placement of residential containers for collection purposes.

4.150.220 Placement of commercial containers for collection purposes.

4.150.230 Placement of multiresidential containers for collection purposes.

4.150.240 Removal of containers from public view.

4.150.250 Owner’s responsibility for other refuse.

4.150.260 Standards and responsibilities regarding dumpsters.

Division 2. Residential Units and Commercial Establishments

4.150.270 Required use of authorized collection.

4.150.280 Access to receptacles for collection purposes.

4.150.290 Increase in rates for failure to provide access.

4.150.300 Liability for payment of fees.

4.150.310 Billing and collection – Discounts – Penalty for delinquent payments.

4.150.320 Fee a civil debt.

4.150.330 Mandatory collection areas.

4.150.340 Liability for payment of fees – Mandatory collection.

4.150.350 Billing cycle and penalty for delinquent payments. 435
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4.150.360 Discontinuation of service.

4.150.370 Lien for 180-day delinquencies.

4.150.390 Exemptions.

Article IV. Prohibited Acts and Enforcement

4.150.400 Collection or disposal by unauthorized persons.

4.150.410 Placement of discarded materialsrefuse in receptacle or upon land of another.

4.150.420 Placement of refuse containers on vacant lots.

4.150.430 Placement for collection of items other than refusediscarded materials.

4.150.440 Littering public or private property.

4.150.450 Burning refuse.

4.150.460 Rendering of fat, distillation of bones, etc.

4.150.470 Bringing refuse discarded materials into the city.

4.150.480 Storing of refuse or wastediscarded materials inside buildings.

4.150.490 Connection of water or electrical services prior to issuance of permit.

4.150.500 Disclosure required upon sale of real property.

4.150.505 Compliance inspections.

4.150.510 Violations of chapter declared a nuisance.

Article V. Recycling Regulations
Division 1. Generally

4.150.520 Purpose and intent of article.

4.150.530 Collection of general refusediscarded materials by other than exclusive franchisee prohibited.

4.150.540 Removal of recyclable materials from existing state-authorized buyback centers prohibited.

4.150.550 Reporting requirements.

4.150.560 Compliance with local, state and federal regulations.

4.150.570 Disposal of unmarketable recyclable materials.

4.150.580 Recyclable materials of city – No fee for processing.

4.150.590 Indemnification of city by those engaged in recycling activities.

4.150.600 No vesting of rights, entitlements or rights to operate recycling facilities shall be recognized prior to effective date of ordinance.

4.150.610 Development of materials recovery facility prohibited.

Division 2. Recycling Organic Waste

4.150.620 Requirements for residential organic waste recycling.

4.150.630 Requirements for commercial organic waste recycling.

4.150.640 Requirements for food recovery organizations and services.

For state law authorizing city to enter into garbage and refusesolid waste disposal contracts, see H. and S.C. § 4250. As to garbage and refusesolid waste generally, see H. and S.C. §§ 4100 to 4520. As to depositing, throwing, etc., handbills on public property, see SLTCC 6.05.030. As to depositing or placing handbills in vehicles, see SLTCC 6.05.040. As to distributing, throwing, etc., on private property, see SLTCC 6.05.050. As to restrictions on outdoor fires, see SLTCC 5.05.010. As to required clearing of brush, vegetation, etc., around buildings and structures and along roadways, see SLTCC 5.05.020 to

5.05.040. As to abandoned, wrecked, dismantled or inoperative vehicles, see SLTCC 4.45.010 to

4.45.160.
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The South Lake Tahoe City Code is current through Ordinance 1180, passed November 21, 2023. by the franchisee and the city. The capacity of each such container shall not exceed 32 gallons nor exceed 50 pounds of weight. A plastic bag of sufficient strength may be used and not filled to more than 75 percent of capacity and shall contain only organic waste, excluding food waste, and shall be securely tied at the opening; or a paper bag baled from a mechanical compactor. In lieu of or in addition to such containers, persons may contract with the franchisee agent to provide commercial containers, prepaid bags or cart service or other disposal containers or processes which the franchisee agent may provide or approve in the future, including, but not limited to, containers for recyclable and/or salvageable materials. “Construction and demolition debris (C&D)” means materials generated by or resulting from construction or demolition-related activities, including building, construction, deconstruction, demolition, excavation, grading, improvement, land clearing, reconstruction, remodeling, and renovation, such as discarded building materials, packaging, debris, and rubble resulting from construction, alteration, remodeling, repair, or demolition operations on an pavements, excavation projects, houses, commercial buildings, or other structures, excluding excluded waste. Construction and demolition debris includes rocks, soils, tree remains, and other yard trimmings which result from land clearing or land development operations in preparation for construction.
“Curbside” means as near but in no event more than five feet, from the property line that abuts a paved public street or in the event the property does not abut a paved public street, where the property abuts a public street, alley, right-of-way or easement and in the case of a commercial location in the service alley of a commercial or institutional entity.
“Customer owned container” means a 20-32 gallon plastic can owned by the owner or occupant and used for the collection of additional recyclable materials or organic materials or for collection of solid waste in a bear box.
“Discarded materials” means recyclable materials, organic materials, and solid waste placed by a customer in a container for the purposes of collection. “Disposal” means the complete operation of disposing of refusesolid waste. “Drop box” means a container with a capacity of 10 to 40 cubic yards that is serviced by a roll-off collection vehicle.
“Edible food” means food intended for human consumption. “Excluded waste” means hazardous substance, hazardous waste, infectious waste, designated waste, volatile, corrosive, biomedical, infectious, biohazardous, and toxic substances or material, waste that the city or franchisee reasonably believes would as a result of or upon disposal, be a violation of local, state, or federal law, regulation, or ordinance, including land use restrictions or conditions, waste that cannot be disposed of in class III landfills, waste that in the city or franchisee’s reasonable opinion would present a significant risk to human health or the environment, cause a nuisance or otherwise create or expose the city or franchisee to potential liability; but not including de minimis volumes or concentrations of waste of a type normally found in residential solid waste after implementation of programs for the safe collection, recycling, treatment, and disposal of batteries and paint in compliance with sections 41500 and 41082 of the California Public Resources Code, as may be amended from time to time. Excluded waste does not include used motor oil and filters, or household batteries when properly placed for collection. “Food recovery organization” means an entity that engages in the collection or receipt of edible food from commercial edible food generators and distributes that edible food to the public for human consumption either directly or through other entities, including food banks, nonprofit charitable organizations, and nonprofit charitable temporary food facilities, as defined in Section 18982(a) of Title 14 of the California Code of Regulations, as may be amended from time to time. 438
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The South Lake Tahoe City Code is current through Ordinance 1180, passed November 21, 2023. “Food recovery service” means a person or entity that collects and transports edible food from a commercial edible food generator to a food recovery organization or other entities for human consumption, as defined in Section 18982(a) of Title 14 of the California Code of Regulations, as may be amended from time to time.
“Food waste” means food scraps, including fruits, vegetables, meat, poultry, seafood, shellfish, bones, rice, beans, pasta, bread, cheese, and eggshells.
“Franchisee” means any person that has entered into a franchise agreement with the city to collect, remove, transport, process or dispose of solid waste or recyclables or compostables, or to operate any solid waste facility.
“Garbage” means putrescible animal or vegetable matter, and containers used for storage. “Garbage” does not include source-separated recyclables or green waste. “Green waste” means compostable material including but not limited to grass, weeds, leaves, pine needles, tree trimmings, plants, shrubbery, prunings, and such other similar materials which are generated in the maintenance of yards, gardens or landscaping, and which are separated by the generator from other solid waste materials for the purpose of recycling or composting. “Household hazardous waste (HHW)” means any substance or mixture that, if improperly handled, may be damaging to human health and well-being or a threat to the environment. HHW includes but is not limited to flammables, combustibles, poisons, toxics, oxidizers, corrosives, compressed gas, oil, antifreeze, explosives and radioactive materials as well as any other hazardous waste as defined in Health and Safety Code Section 25117 and the Hazardous Waste Management Reform Act of 1995. “Litter” is any quantity of improperly discarded solid waste, including but not limited to discarded furniture and appliances, overflowing residential and commercial trash cans, pieces of lumber and scrap metal left at a construction site, uncontainerized paper such as fast food packages, candy wrappers, cigarette butts, and/or plastic, glass, trash, debris, rubbish, refuse, garbage or junk parts and scrap materials.
“Littering” is the improper discarding, dropping or scattering of small quantities of waste matter ordinarily carried on or about the person, including but not limited to beverage containers and enclosures, packaging, wrappers, wastepaper, newspapers and magazines, in any place other than a place or container maintained for the lawful disposal thereof, including waste matter which escapes or is allowed to escape from a vehicle, container, receptacle or package.
“Medical waste” means that waste which is generated or produced, as a result of the diagnosis, treatment, or immunization of human beings or animals, in research pertaining thereto, or in the production of testing of biological products, including but not limited to the accumulation of property containing home-generated sharps waste.
“Multiresidential” means two or more residential units located in a single building or a unified group of buildings, and shall include, but not be limited to, two or more units located in a planned unit development, an apartment complex or a mobile home park. “Nuisance” means the existence or accumulation, without the authority of the city of South Lake Tahoe, of litter, trash, manure, rubbish, scrap materials, junk parts, garbage, or refuse of any kind upon private or public property; provided, however, that said refuse is visible to the occupants of an adjacent or nearby parcel or real property, or to the users of any right-of-way. 439
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The South Lake Tahoe City Code is current through Ordinance 1180, passed November 21, 2023. “Organic waste” means waste containing material originating from living organisms and their metabolic waste products, including food, green material, landscape and pruning waste, organic textiles and carpets, lumber, wood, paper products, printing and writing paper, manure, biosolids, digestate, and sludges, as defined in Section 18982(a)(46) of Title 14 of the California Code of Regulations, as may be amended from time to time.
“Owner” shall conclusively be deemed to be the person to whom the taxes on the property assessed as shown on the last equalized assessment roll of the county or, alternatively, from such other records of the county assessor or tax collector as contain more recent information. “Recyclables” or “recyclable material” means materials which are reused or processed or are in the future reused or processed into a form suitable for reuse through reprocessing or remanufacture, consistent with the requirements of the California Integrated Waste Management Act. The term “recyclable material” includes paper newsprint, printed matter, pasteboard, paper containers, cardboard, glass, aluminum, PET, HDPE, and other plastics, beverage containers, transformable and compostable materials, used motor oil, automotive batteries, antifreeze, latex paint, brick and stone in reusable size and condition, and such other material designated by the city council, or designated as recyclables by the California Integrated Waste Management Board, or other agency with jurisdiction.
“Recycle” or “recycling” means the process of collecting, sorting, cleansing, treating and reconstituting materials that would otherwise become solid waste, and returning them to the economic mainstream in the form of raw material for new, reused or reconstituted products which meet the quality standards necessary to be used in the marketplace.
“Recycling container” means a container, which is provided to a residential, commercial or industrial waste collection customer for the sole purpose of containing recyclable materials that are source-separated from the nonrecyclable portion of the waste stream. “Refuse” shall mean and include all other accumulations of waste matter or materials emanating from an establishment and shall include paper, cardboard, tin cans, ashes, yard clippings, wood, glass, and cloth, plastic not otherwise recyclable and similar items of waste from homes, offices and places of business.

Refuse shall not be construed to include waste materials from major demolitions, construction or remodeling, or sod, dirt or debris.
“Refuse collection fees” means the fees established as provided by law for the collection and disposal of refuse.
“Repeat offender” means a second offense refuse violation of this chapter occurring within one year at the same site.
“Residential unit” means a room or combination of rooms in a single building designed for human living, sleeping, eating and sanitary uses by a single family and their servants and nonpaying guests, and having cooking facilities. There may be more than one residential use in a single building. A mother-in-law unit is considered an additional residential unit.
“Rubbish” means all nonputrescible waste matter, whether combustible or noncombustible, except hazardous waste and medical waste.
“Sharps waste” means any device having acute rigid corners, edges, or protuberances capable of cutting or piercing, including, but not limited to, hypodermic needles, hypodermic needles with syringes, blades, needles with attached tubing, syringes contaminated with biohazard waste, acupuncture needles, and root canal files. Broken glass items, such as Pasteur pipettes and blood vials contaminated with biohazard waste or any item capable of cutting or piercing that is contaminated with trauma scene waste. 440
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The South Lake Tahoe City Code is current through Ordinance 1180, passed November 21, 2023. “Single-family unit” means a dwelling which receives individual refuse solid waste and/or curbside recycling service.
“Solid waste” means solid waste as defined in California Public Resources Code, Division 30, Part 1, Chapter 2, Section 40191 and implementing regulations. Excluded from the definition of solid waste are excluded waste, C&D, source-separated recyclable materials, edible food if it is recovered and not discarded, source-separated organic materials, and radioactive waste. Notwithstanding any provision to the contrary, solid waste may include de minimis volumes or concentrations of waste of a type and amount normally found in residential solid waste after implementation of programs for the safe collection, recycling, treatment, and disposal of household hazardous waste in compliance with Sections 41500 and 41802 of the California Public Resources Code as may be amended from time to time. Solid waste includes salvageable materials only when such materials are included for collection in a solid waste collection container not source-separated from solid waste at the site of generation. “Source-separated recyclables” means nonputrescible material, including paper, books, magazines, cardboard, box board, plastic, metal, glass, and other similar materials authorized by the city for collection by the franchisee that is separated by the generator from other waste material for the purpose of reuse or recycling, by placing the recyclables in separate containers, or by binding them separately; the recyclable material is returned to the economic mainstream in the form of raw material for new, reused or reconstituted products which meet the quality standards necessary to be used in the marketplace. “Special wastes” means any designated wastes, as defined in 23 California Code of Regulations, Section 2522, and special handling waste generated by industrial facilities or processes, but shall not include “hazardous waste” as defined herein. Special wastes shall include asbestos, sewage sludge, water treatment sludge, drilling mud, grease waste, contaminated soils, shredder waste, agricultural waste, filter cake/dewatered sludge, spent catalyst fines, refinery ash and byproducts; except where any such wastes are deemed to be hazardous waste.
“Tier one commercial edible food generator” means a supermarket with gross annual sales of $2,000,000 or more, grocery store with a total facility size equal or greater to 10,000 square feet, food service provider, food distributor, or wholesale food vendor, as defined in Section 18982(a) of Title 14 of the California Code of Regulations, as may be amended from time to time. “Tier two commercial edible food generator” means a restaurant with 250 or more seats or a total facility size equal or greater than 5,000 square feet, hotel with an on-site food facility and 200 or more rooms, health facility with an on-site food facility and 100 or more beds, large venue, large event, state agency with a cafeteria with 250 or more seats or total facility size equal to or greater than 5,000 square feet, and local education agency with an on-site food facility, as defined in Section 18982(a) of Title 14 of the California Code of Regulations, as may be amended from time to time. “Transfer station” means those facilities, franchised by the city of South Lake Tahoe pursuant to this chapter, utilized to receive solid waste or recyclable material, temporarily store, separate, convert, or otherwise process the materials in solid wastes or to transfer the solid wastes directly from smaller to larger vehicles for transport.
“Waste” means the useless, unused, unwanted or discarded material resulting from normal community activities, or materials which by their presence may injuriously affect the health, safety and comfort of persons and depreciate property values in the vicinity thereof. “Waste” shall include, but not be limited to, garbage, putrescible organic material, rubbish, offal, swill, animal excreta, rubble, plaster or other waste resulting from the demolition, burning, alteration or construction of building or structures. “Yard trimmings” means a type of organic waste including green trimmings, grass, weeds, leaves, prunings, 441
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4.150.020 Purpose and intent of chapter.

The city council, after several public discussions and hearings, makes the following findings of fact, thereby declaring its purpose:

A. A substantial portion of the homes, apartments and other residential units within the city are owned by nonresidents.

B. A substantial portion of the residential units are occupied for short periods by persons on vacations.

C. The owners or occupiers of many residential units have not made arrangements for the collection of garbage, rubbish and waste materialdiscarded materials.

D. Garbage, rubbish and waste materialDiscarded material from such residential units either:

1. Accumulates at such premises;

2. Is deposited in the streets or upon private or public property within the city; or

3. Is disposed of by depositing it in containers of other persons within the city. Any of such methods of disposal creates and constitutes a nuisance.

E. Many residents of the city who do not arrange for collection of garbage, rubbish and waste materialdiscarded materials often allow garbage, rubbish and waste materialdiscarded materials to accumulate for long periods of time and thereby create a nuisance.

F. The public health, safety and welfare of the citizens of and visitors to the city require that the accumulation, collection, removal and disposal of garbage, rubbish and waste materialdiscarded materials from residential units within the city must be handled in a manner for the greatest good and least possible inconvenience, cost and maintenance to the city and the citizens thereof.

G. The periodic collection, removal and disposal of garbage, rubbish and waste materialdiscarded materials from all residential units within the city benefits all owners, occupants or persons in possession, charge or control of all such units where such accumulates and requires removal therefrom on a regular periodic basis; and that all such owners, occupants or persons in possession, charge or control of all such units within the city should be made liable for the payment of the fees for such collection, removal and disposal irrespective of the actual use of the garbage, rubbish and waste materialdiscarded materials collection services provided by the city.

H. Multiresidential units and commercial businesses within the city, including motels and hotels, need to provide adequate removal of refuse discarded materials so as to fully comply with health codes and other governmental regulations.

4.150.025 Appeals.*
An appeal from any determination made pursuant to the provisions of this chapter may be appealed pursuant to Chapter 2.35 SLTCC.
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Article II. Collection and Disposal Services

4.150.030 Provision for and supervision by city.

The city shall provide for the collection and disposal or processing of refuse discarded materials from all premises required to be served within the city. Such provision may be made either by letting a contract for such collection and removal or otherwise. The city or, if collection and removal services are contracted for, the removal franchisee, shall have charge and supervision of such collection and removal and shall prescribe and establish routes and days for collection and removal of refuse discarded materials from the various parts of the city so as to conform to the provisions of this chapter and may change the same from time to time. When such routes or days of collection are established or changed, not less than 10 days prior to the effect of such change, notice thereof shall be given to all parties concerned.

4.150.040 Persons authorized to collect, and dispose of, and process refusediscarded materials.

This chapter shall not prohibit anyone licensed to do business in the city of South Lake Tahoe, during the course of performing the contracted duties, from collecting and disposing of debris C&D from a job upon which he/she isthey are working in compliance with all applicable laws, ordinances and regulations then in effect. Individuals , not businesses, may not enter into a contract with anyone other than the city’s duly authorized agents for the collection, and/or disposal, and/or processing of refuse discarded materials from premises within the city. This does not preclude individuals or businesses from legally disposing of refuse discarded materials from their own properties or properties which they manage pursuant to contract.

Article III. Collection and Disposal Requirements and Standards Division 1. Generally

4.150.080 Vehicles used to transport refusediscarded materials.

A. Every refuse, garbage and debris hauling vehicle used for the collection, removal or transportation of refuse, rubbish and debrisdiscarded materials and C&D shall be so designed and equipped as to prevent the escape or loss of any refuse, rubbish and debris while being transported. Whenever refuse, garbage and debrisdiscarded materials or C&D is transported in an unenclosed vehicle, the container in which the refuse, garbage and debris is transported shall be so designed and equipped as to prevent the escape or loss of any such refuse, garbage and debrisdiscarded materials or C&D while being so transported. Loads of tree trimmings, bushes or shrubs may be transported in open-bodied vehicles provided the material be securely tied in place to prevent scattering along the streets and alleys. Tree limbs shall be confined within the limits of the vehicle bed and shall not extend over the sides or extend beyond the tailgate of the vehicle.

B. It shall be unlawful for any person authorized to collect refuse, garbage and debrisdiscarded materials or C&D to maintain any collecting vehicle in an unclean, filthy or leaky condition or to keep such vehicle standing in any street or alley of the city longer than necessary for the actual work of collection or to conduct collection or removal in any but a sanitary manner and by sanitary methods.

4.150.090 Collection and disposal – Duty of owner or occupant.

Each person owning improved premises in the city, and each person occupying or having charge or control of improved premises in the city shall, in accordance with the terms of this chapter and all applicable state and federal regulations, make available for collection and disposal, or if a nonresidential commercial business provide legal access to collection and disposal of all refuse discarded material which 443
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4.150.100 Collection and disposal – Contract for service.

4.150.110 Residential refuse containers.

Each person owning a residential unit up to and including a fourplex, and each person occupying or having charge or control of such premises, shall have the obligation to contract for collection service for each and every unit of property and provide for collection and disposal of all discarded materialsrefuse originating upon such premises in suitable containers.three carts for each residential unit to include one cart each for solid waste, source-separated recyclables, and yard trimmings. Owners or occupants may request an additional cart for solid waste for an additional charge. Residential units may share carts for recyclables and yard trimmings so long as both residential units have solid waste carts. Residential units that have bear boxes existing as of August 22, 2023, may elect to continue to use a customer owned container to be serviced from the bear box instead of a cart for solid waste. A suitable container is defined as a safety-approved dumpster or a 32-gallon or less trash can, not to exceed a loaded weight of 50 pounds with a tight-fitting lid, capable of completely containing all refuse stored within. Tied, watertight plastic bags may be used only for organic waste, except food waste. Food waste may be commingled with other waste in the dumpster or 32-gallon or less trash can.

In the event a residential refuse container is determined to be unsuitable because it no longer adequately contains refuse and repeatedly overflows, fails to adequately prevent animal intrusion or constitutes a hazard to public health, the city attorney, his/her designee, or the county health officer may order the resident to replace such container.

Bulky items such as car parts, white goods (i.e., stoves, washers, dryers, etc.), furniture (i.e., mattresses), etc., shall be collected at additional charge to the customer. Bulky items must remain out of sight from the general public view, and shall only be placed at curbside on the arranged day of collection at the property line adjacent to a public street no earlier than 6:00 p.m. of the day prior to the day designated for refuse collection, and shall be removed from public view by 6:00 p.m. on the day designated for refuse collection, unless containers are housed in approved shelters. In the event a bulky item is placed in view of the general public without scheduled collection, the city attorney, his/her designee,manager or the county health officer shall order the refuse companyfranchisee to collect said item at the property owner’s expense.

Customers may exercise the option to deliver such bulky items directly to the transfer station at transfer station rates, or otherwise properly dispose of such bulky items.

4.150.120 Multiresidential refuse containers.

Each person owning, or having charge or control of, a multiresidential property of five units or greater shall place for collection and disposal all refuse discarded materials originating on such premises in a suitable container or containers, and may elect to be serviced either with residential containers as described in SLTCC 4.150.110 or commercial containers as described in SLTCC 150.130. A suitable 444
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Frequency of collection is to be determined by the amount of refuse generated so that collection occurs not less than once per week and as often as good sanitary practice and applicable state and federal law require.

A multiresidential property with fewer than five units may be required to provide a safety-approved dumpster if the city attorney, his/her designee, or the county health officer determines that individual 32-gallon cans are insufficient to provide proper refuse disposal. Size of container and frequency of collection are to be determined by the amount of refuse generated so that collection occurs not less than once per week and as often as good sanitary practice and applicable state and federal law require.

Bulky items such as car parts, white goods (i.e., stoves, washers, dryers, etc.), furniture (i.e., mattresses), etc., shall be collected at an additional charge to the customer. Bulky items must remain out of sight from the general public view, and shall only be placed at curbside at the property line adjacent to a public street no earlier than 6:00 p.m. of the day prior to the day designated for refuse collection, and shall be removed from public view by 6:00 p.m. on the day designated for refuse collection, unless containers are housed in approved shelters on the arranged day of collection. In the event a bulky item is placed in view of the general public without scheduled collection, the city attorney, his/her designee,manager or the county health officer shall order the refuse companyfranchisee to collect said item at the property owner’s expense. Customers may exercise the option to deliver such bulky items directly to the transfer station at transfer station rates, or otherwise properly dispose of such bulky items.

4.150.130 Commercial refuse containers.

Each person owning, or having charge or control of, a commercial premises shall place for collection and disposal all discarded materials originating on such premises in a sSuitable container or containers for nonresidential commercial establishments shall be defined as consisting of either carts for solid waste and recyclables and a bin for organic waste, or one or more compactors a minimum 32-gallon garbage can or safety-approved dumpster, with lid, sufficient to accommodate the type and amount of refuse discarded materials generated at such commercial establishment. Lids must remain closed at all times, except when refuse isdiscarded materials are being added or removed from the container. Size of container and frequency of collection shall be determined by the type and amount of refuse discarded materials generated, so that collection occurs as often as good sanitary practice and applicable state and federal law require.

Frequency of collection shall be at least once per week for commercial establishments generating food waste. Collection for commercial establishments not generating nonfood waste shall be either regularly scheduled or on an as-needed basis, unless as-needed collection is determined by the city attorney, his/her designeemanager, or the county health officer to constitute a health hazard. Contents of the container shall not extend above the rim of the container.

Bulky items such as car parts, white goods (i.e., stoves, washers, dryers, etc.), furniture (i.e., mattresses), etc., shall be collected at an additional charge to the customer. Bulky items must remain out of sight from the general public view, and shall only be placed at curbside at the property line adjacent to public street no earlier than 6:00 p.m. of the day prior to the day designated for refuse collection, and shall be removed from public view by 6:00 p.m. on the day designated for refuse collection, unless containers are housed in approved shelters on the arranged day of collection. In the event a bulky item is placed in view of the general public without scheduled collection, the city attorney, his/her designee,manager or the county health officer shall order the refuse companyfranchisee to collect said item at the property owner’s expense.

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4.150.140 Determination of sufficient container size/collection frequency.

In the event a multiresidential or commercial property is determined to constitute a nuisance because of blowing debris originating from the container, or the container is determined to be insufficient to contain refusediscarded materials generated, or is determined to be a hazard to the public health or is otherwise in violation of health codes, the city attorneymanager, her/his designee, or the county health officer may order a change in the size of container, and/or increase the frequency of collection, as well as any other alternatives set forth in SLTCC 4.150.150(A) through (I), at the expense of the person owning or having charge or control of said property.

4.150.150 Mandatory collection for repeat offenders (commercial and residential).

No person owning or possessing any multiresidential dwelling or owning or possessing any single-family dwelling, or industrial, commercial or business premises or structure, shall allow or permit any excess refusediscarded materials, or rubbish, or waste to collect and accumulate upon or in the premises or structure for a period of time longer than allowed by lawin a manner that creates a nuisance.

During intervals between collection or disposal, the storage, accumulation, collection, keeping, handling or maintaining of refusediscarded materials waste on premises where produced shall be performed in such a manner as to prevent the harboring and breeding of rodents, insects and other vermin and to take adequate precautions to prevent ready access to the waste by animals; as to prevent objectionable odors in the ambient air; as not to constitute a fire hazard; and as not to result in such unsightliness as to result in the depreciation of value of adjacent property or the comfortable enjoyment of life thereon.

If it is found and determined the city manager finds and determines that during the intervals between collection or disposal, accumulation of refusediscarded materials waste results in a nuisance and thus is contrary to the public health and welfare of the city, and/or the property owner has failed to adequately provide for appropriate refuse collection and/or storage pursuant to this chapter, mandatory commercial or increased residential collection service shall be imposed for minimum of one year. Further, at the direction of the city manager, or the city manager’s designee, may impose one or more of the following corrective enforcement actions are available for imposition for a minimum of one year or longer:

A. Increasing the size of the dumpstercontainer; and/or B. Increasing the frequency of the pickupcollection service; and/or C. Ordering the removal of trailers, pickup trucks, dump trucks and storage containers under the nuisance abatement procedure pursuant to Chapter 4.40 SLTCC; and/or D. Mandating safety-approved dumpsters with tight-fitting lids; and/or E. Mandating dumpster “skirting” for containers; and/or F. Mandating relocation of dumpster; and/or
G. Mandating “controlled access” lids to prevent animal disturbances; and/or H. Mandating bear-proof refuse containers for repeat violators of single-family residences and multiresidential properties not using safety-approved dumpsters; and/or I. Any other enforcement action deemed reasonable and appropriate by the city manager or his/her designee.
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4.150.160 Mandatory multiplier for repeat offenders.

The collection of refuse, garbage and rubbishdiscarded materials from all hotels, hotel/resorts, motels, motels converted to residential units, inns, time-share condominiums and motor inns may be based upon a motel multiplier of 0.10 cubic yards, per motel unit, per week to determine a minimum level of collectionrefuse service.

The collection of refuse, garbage and rubbishdiscarded materials from all multiresidential units may be based upon a multiresidential multiplier of 0.40 cubic yards, per residential unit, per week to determine a minimum level of refuse collection service.

Nothing in this section is intended to prevent any arrangement, or the continuance of an existing arrangement, under which payments to the franchisee for garbage collection service are made by a tenant or tenants, or any agent, on behalf of the owner. However, any such arrangement will not affect the owner’s obligation as provided herein.

4.150.170 Frequency of disposal.

Collection of refuse solid waste shall be made at least once a week from single-family residences and multiresidential units, or as many times per week as the city manager or the city manager’s designee may order.

No more than one week’s accumulation of refuse, garbage and rubbishsolid waste or food waste shall be kept or permitted to remain upon any commercial premises in the city.

At the minimum, there shall be at least one collection per week from restaurants; cafes; diners; hamburger stands; coffee shops; coffee houses; fast food places; grocery stores; vegetable, meat, poultry or fish markets, or fresh drink stands; and any other commercial establishment generating food waste.

4.150.180 Storage.

No person shall store discarded materials refuse, garbage or rubbish will be allowed to be stored in trucks, trailers, vans, delivery wagons, pickup trucks, truck trailers or dump trucks, orand any other unapproved storage containers for more than 48 hours.

4.150.190 Bulky items.

All bulky items (nonhazardous) left at curbside will be picked up by the franchisee during regularly scheduled route days and the account holder will be billed accordingly.

4.150.200 Exception – Vacant establishments.

The owner or person in possession, charge or control of any commercial establishment shall not be required to subscribe to services provided by a franchisee during such periods as the establishment is vacant and not generating or accumulating solid waste, garbage or refusediscarded materials. Nor shall commercial establishments in residential units with a business license be subject to additional mandatory commercial collection.

4.150.210 Placement of residential containers for collection purposes.

Suitable containers for residential service, up to and including a fourplex, shall be placed in such a manner as not to be readily visible from public streets; provided, that during the time fixed for collection from the premises, receptacles and plastic bagscontainers shall be placed for collection as follows:

A. Residential containersCarts and customer owned containers shall be placed at the property line adjacent to a public street no earlier than 6:00 a.m. on the day designated for refuse collection, and shall be removed from public view by 6:00 p.m. on the day designated for refuse collection, unless containers are housed in approved sheltersexcept for approved customer owned containers which may remain in a bear box for solid waste collection. During snow removal conditions, franchisee is only required to 447
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B. Refuse company personnelDuring snow removal conditions, franchisee shall be responsible for the return of containers to a location 20 feet back from the front property line 10 feet outside of the right-of-way to avoid interference with or damage from city snow removal operations, so long as a path of access at least 36 inches wide has been cleared of snow from the public street to a point 10 feet outside of the right-of-way.

C. During periods of heavy snowsnow removal conditions, customers shall provide a clear path for the return of containers to a point 20 feet from said property line 10 feet outside of the right-of way.

D. Containers which have become so damaged as to be no longer suitable for use, which no longer have tight-fitting lids, and are so designated by refuse company personnel, the city attorney, his/her designee, or the county health officer, shall be replaced by the customer with a suitable container.

ED. Shelter or housing for refuse receptacles as well as commercial dumpsters containers shall not be constructed or installed until approved by the city planning division.

4.150.220 Placement of commercial containers for collection purposes.

Commercial containers shall be placed at the property line adjacent to a public street no earlier than 6:00 p.m. of the day prior to the day designated for refuse collection, and shall be removed from public view by 6:00 p.m. on the day designated for refuse collection, unless containers are housed in approved shelters. Refuse companyFranchisee personnel shall be responsible for the return of containers to the front property line. During periods of heavy snow removal conditions, residentscustomer shall provide and maintain a clear path for the retrieval and return of containers to a point 20 feet behind the property line 10 feet outside of the right-of-way. Shelter or housing for commercial dumpsters shall not be constructed or installed until approved by the city planning division.

Containers which have become so damaged as to be no longer suitable for use, which no longer have tight-fitting lids, and are so designated by refuse company personnelfranchisee, the city attorney, his/her designeemanager, or the county health officer shall be replaced by the resident and/or business owner with a suitable container.

4.150.230 Placement of multiresidential containers for collection purposes.

Suitable containers for mMultiresidential servicepremises of five units or greater shall comply with either SLTCC 4.150.210 or 4.150.220, depending on whether the owner has elected to use residential containers or commercial containers., up to and including a fourplex, shall be placed in such a manner as not to be readily visible from public streets; provided, that during the time fixed for collection from the premises, receptacles and plastic bags shall be placed for collection as follows:

A. Multiresidential containers shall be placed at the property line adjacent to a public street no earlier than 6:00 p.m. of the day prior to the day designated for refuse collection, and shall be removed from public view by 6:00 p.m. on the day designated for refuse collection, unless containers are housed in approved shelters.

B. Refuse company personnel shall be responsible for the return of containers to a location 20 feet back from the front property line.
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C. During periods of heavy snow, customers shall provide and maintain a clear path for the return of containers to a point 20 feet from said property line.

D. Containers which have become so damaged as to be no longer suitable for use, which no longer have tight-fitting lids, and are so designated by refuse company personnel, the city attorney, his/her designee, or the county health officer shall be replaced by the customer with a suitable container.

E. Shelter or housing for multiresidential refuse receptacles shall not be constructed or installed until approved by the city planning division.

4.150.240 Removal of containers from public view.

All residential, including multiresidential, and commercial refuse containers, other than safety-approved dumpsters, shall be removed from public view not later than 6:00 p.m. on the appointed day of collection; provided, however, that refuse containers within shelters or housing approved in accordance with SLTCC

4.150.210(ED) shall be within such shelters or housing not later than 6:00 p.m. on the appointed day of collection.

4.150.250 Owner’s responsibility for other refuse.

The collection and disposal of any refuse which is excepted from collection and disposal by the refuse companyfranchisee shall be the sole responsibility of the owner upon whose property such refuse originates. The owner will not leave such refuse at the front property line or in such a manner as to be readily visible from the public street.

4.150.260 Standards and responsibilities regarding dumpsters.

B. Responsibilities. The following responsibilities shall apply:

Newly manufactured refuse bins shall have a permanent identification of the name of the manufacturer and either the date of manufacture or a code traceable to the date of manufacture.

A statement attesting to compliance with this standard shall also be provided on the permanent identification.

The manufacturer of refuse bins shall inform purchasers of the refuse bins of the applicable requirements of this standard.

3. Owner Responsibility. It shall be the responsibility of the owner of refuse bins to ensure that refuse bins are modified or retrofitted to meet the requirements of the Standards.

It shall be the responsibility of the owner of refuse bins to ensure that the only refuse bins that are in conformance with Sections 3 and 5 of the Standards are used. 449
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The owners shall train their employees in the use, handling and placement of refuse bins so as to be in conformance with the requirements of these Standards.

4. Refuse Franchisee Responsibility. The refuse franchisee shall train its employees in the use, handling and placement of refuse bins so as to be in conformance with the requirements of these Standards. The refuse franchisee shall inform the owner of the refuse bins of any damage, defect or malfunction of the refuse bin.

5. Refuse Franchisee Employee Responsibility. The employee of the refuse franchisee shall return the refuse bins to their original location after unloading. If the location of the refuse bins is not a hard, level, weather-resistant surface, the employee of the refuse franchisee shall notify the customer and the owner.

6. Customer Responsibility. The customer shall be responsible for ensuring that a hard, level, weather-resistant surface is provided for the placement of refuse bins.

The customer shall ensure that refuse bins used are placed on the customer’s premises in conformance with the applicable requirements of the Standards.

Division 2. Residential Units and Commercial Establishments

4.150.270 Required use of authorized collection.

Each person owning one or more improved residential units or commercial premises in the city, and each person occupying or having charge or control of improved residential or commercial premises in the city, shall make available for collection, not less than once each week on the appointed day and at the appointed time, all refusediscarded material which has accumulated on such premises. Each person who is an owner, occupant or person in possession, charge or control of a parcel of property upon which there exists a residential unit or commercial enterprise shall subscribe to and use, and shall dispose of all refuse discarded material through, the regular refuse collection and disposal service of the city or its authorized removal franchisee.

4.150.280 Access to receptacles for collection purposes.

Each person required by the provisions of this chapter to accept mandatory refuse collection and disposal services shall provide reasonable access to refuse receptaclescontainers on the appointed day of collection. Periods of inclement weather shall not excuse any such person from affording such reasonable access to refuse receptaclescontainers.
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4.150.290 Increase in rates for failure to provide access.

In the event that a person fails to comply with SLTCC 4.150.280, the removal franchisee may increase the rate for the collection and removal of refuse for that person by the total sum of 10 percent over the then-established rate for the month in which such noncompliance occurs. Upon cessation of the violation of SLTCC 4.150.280, the rate shall be reduced to the previously established rate.

4.150.300 Liability for payment of fees.

Each owner, occupant or person in possession, charge or control of a parcel of property upon which there exists a residential unit or commercial enterprise within the city is hereby made liable for the payment of the refuse collection fees levied against such premises for required refuse collection services, irrespective of the actual use of the refuse collection services provided by the city or its authorized removal franchisee. Services made available to those premises required to receive such services shall be considered as services utilized. It shall be the duty of the owner of such premises to provide for payment of the refuse collection and disposal fees. It shall be the duty of the franchisee to bill separately each residential unit.

Nothing in this section shall prevent an arrangement for the continuance of an existing arrangement under which payments of refuse collection fees are made by a tenant or tenants or any agent on behalf of the owner. Any such arrangement will not affect the owner’s obligation to the city or its authorized removal franchisee.

4.150.310 Billing and collection – Discounts – Penalty for delinquent payments.

Refuse cCollection fees shall be billed and paid in advance on a monthly, bi-monthly, or quarterly basis.

A finance charge of one and one-half percent of the amount of the fee shall be added at the end of each month following the delinquency date.

4.150.320 Fee a civil debt.

The refuse collection fee shall be a civil debt owed by the owner, occupant or person in possession, charge or control of the real property and/or structures of a residential unit or commercial enterprise. In the event that any civil action to enforce the collection of the refuse collection fee is brought in any court, the prevailing party shall be entitled to reasonable attorney’s fees to be determined by the court. The prevailing party shall be the party in whose favor final judgment is entered.

4.150.330 Mandatory collection areas.

4.150.340 Liability for payment of fees – Mandatory collection.

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4.150.350 Billing cycle and penalty for delinquent payments.

Solid waste collection fees may be billed and paid in advance on a monthly, bi-monthly, or quarterly basis. Payment shall be due upon, and shall become delinquent 15 days after, the date of any billing. A finance charge and late payment penalty as permitted by law shall be added at the end of each month following the delinquency date.

4.150.360 Discontinuation of service.

4.150.370 Lien for 180-day delinquencies.

4.150.390 Exemptions.

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B. Provisions of this article shall not apply to any commercial enterprise which fully suspends its operation due to the seasonal nature of its particular business.

D. Exemption from the mandatory collection may be granted to nonresidential and non-food-producing businesses which submit a waste management plan to the city analyzing the business waste stream, and documenting: (1) the ability to recycle or reuse more than 50 percent of that waste stream; (2) the ability to source separate organic waste from other waste and either recycle its organic waste on site or self-haul its own organic waste for recycling. Any business that received an exemption from mandatory collection under this subsection (D) prior to January 1, 2022, and desires to maintain its exemption from mandatory collection shall submit a new request to the city containing the information required by this subsection prior to January 31, 2022.

Article IV. Prohibited Acts and Enforcement

4.150.400 Collection or disposal by unauthorized persons.

No person, other than those persons permitted by the terms of this chapter, shall collect, and/or dispose of, or process refusediscarded materials, for commercial gain, in, along or over any public street, alley or highway in the city. No two or more owners of separate properties shall organize to jointly or collectively remove refusediscarded materials from their respective properties.

4.150.410 Placement of refusediscarded materials in receptacle or upon land of another.

No person shall place refusediscarded materials upon the land of another, or in the refuse receptaclecontainer of another, or upon premises other than those from which refusethe discarded materials originated, for the purpose of making such refusediscarded materials available for collection and disposal. This section shall not prohibit the deposit of refusediscarded materials at a duly permitted transfer station.

4.150.420 Placement of refuse containers on vacant lots.

No person shall place refuse or a refuse receptaclea container, including dumpsters, upon a vacant lot or any site from which the refusediscarded material was not originally generated. This includes property owned, leased, or rented by the person generating the refusediscarded material.

4.150.430 Placement for collection of items other than refusediscarded materials.

No person shall place for collection and disposal, or place in public view, any item other than refusediscarded materials, or bulky items or other waste, including cardboard or any other paper product and carpeting, carpet pads and associated flooring materials. 453
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Neither the city, nor its authorized franchisee, shall collect or dispose of any item other than refuse or other wastediscarded materials or bulky items; provided, that this section shall not prohibit the deposit and disposal of any item at a duly permitted transfer station.

4.150.440 Littering public or private property.

4.150.450 Burning refuse.

No person shall burn refuse within the city unless such act complies with all applicable laws of each and every jurisdictional agency.

4.150.460 Rendering of fat, distillation of bones, etc.

4.150.470 Bringing refusediscarded materials into the city.

No person shall bring into or cause to be brought into the city any refusediscarded materials or receive or possess any refusediscarded materials brought into the city from beyond the city limits; provided, that the provisions of this section shall not apply to refusediscarded materials being transported directly to, and received at, a duly permitted transfer station.

4.150.480 Storing of refuse or wastediscarded materials inside buildings.

No person shall keep or maintain any refuse or other wastediscarded materials inside any building in violation of any provision of law.

4.150.490 Connection of water or electrical services prior to issuance of permit.

No person shall connect or cause to be connected to any residential unit not then receiving such services any water or electrical service without first obtaining from the city manager or his/her designee a permit therefor. Such permit shall be issued by the city manager or his/her designee upon request of any person without fee. Refuse cCollection fees shall be charged for service to such residential unit upon the issuance of such a permit or occupancy of such unit, whichever first occurs. The sole purpose of the permit required by this section is to advise the city manager or his/her designee that the residential unit should be charged refuse collection fees, and such permit shall not authorize the connection of any water or electrical services to any premises in violation of any other provision of law.

4.150.500 Disclosure required upon sale of real property.

No person shall sell, or act as an agent for the purpose of selling, any parcel of real property without first disclosing, in writing, the amount or amounts, if any, of unpaid collection fees due and owing for refuse collection services made available to such parcel of real property.

4.150.505 Compliance inspections.

Compliance inspections may be performed without prior notice during normal business hours. 454
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4.150.510 Violations of chapter declared a nuisance.

Article V. Recycling Regulations
Division 1. Generally

4.150.520 Purpose and intent of article.

The purpose and intent of this article is to establish by ordinance:

A. The goal of recycling at least 50 percent, by weight, of the city of South Lake Tahoe’s waste; B. To require that the city of South Lake Tahoe develop and maintain a substantial, comprehensive, coordinated, and integrated recycling system for the efficient, cost-effective and environmentally sound disposal of waste;
C. To require the development and implementation of a solid waste management plan for the city of South Lake Tahoe;
D. To help preserve the quality of the environment for city of South Lake Tahoe residents by preserving resources, conserving energy, and reducing waste;
E. To improve the city of South Lake Tahoe’s economy by creating useful and rewarding jobs for its residents; and
F. To protect and promote the health, safety, and well-being of the city of South Lake Tahoe residents.

4.150.530 Collection of general refusediscarded materials by other than exclusive franchisee prohibited.

No refuse hauler or disposal company other than the exclusive franchisee of the city or its appropriately authorized designee shall in any way collect refuse discarded materials or remove refuse placed in refuse disposal containers from any location within the city limits. No individual, company or entity other than city’s exclusive franchisee may remove recyclable materials from refuse disposal containers once said material has been placed in those containers.

4.150.540 Removal of recyclable materials from existing state-authorized buyback centers prohibited.

No individual, company or entity other than city’s exclusive franchisee, or its authorized designee, shall be authorized to remove recyclable materials from any state-authorized buyback center. Said locations, for purposes of clarity of this regulation, are identified as follows:

Ruth Avenue Recycling Center.

Nothing in this section shall be construed to limit any individual, company or entity other than city’s exclusive franchisee from developing additional recycling sites; provided applicable zoning, building, fire and other requirements of local and state regulatory agencies are met.

4.150.550 Reporting requirements.

Any individual, company or entity engaging in the recycling materials must, prior to the commencement of such activities, obtain a permit from the city manager or his/her designee and any other city-required permits and/or licenses. The permit will be issued when permitee provides the names, addresses and 455
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A. The physical location of the recyclable materials operation; B. The certified weight of the volumes of each product taken to market; C. The market to which each of the materials was sent, along with the method of shipment; D. An accounting (by weight) by geographical area (jurisdiction) from which the recyclables were collected.

On an annual basis, a compilation of the information provided to the city through the required monthly reporting process as specified herein, shall be provided to the city on a schedule to be determined by the city manager or his/her designee. All required information will be considered proprietary and not available for public information. Failure to provide required information will result in the revocation of this permit. Permit fee will cover reasonable costs of administration.

4.150.560 Compliance with local, state and federal regulations.

All individuals, companies or entities engaged in the collection of recyclable materials shall adhere to all applicable local, state and federal regulations in carrying out their operations. Such compliance shall include but not necessarily be limited to conducting operations from a location which has been approved by all applicable governmental entities for such use and utilizing appropriate recyclable material handling and hauling practices. To the extent that any recycling operation, by virtue of its size or nature, may become subject to laws relating to the provision of workers’ compensation benefits, or other similar regulatory authority, the recycling operator shall comply with all such laws in existence.

4.150.570 Disposal of unmarketable recyclable materials.

Any recyclable materials collected by any individual, company or entity which cannot be stored or sustained in accordance with all applicable health, safety, fire, building, and visual codes and/or standards shall be turned over to the transfer station of the city’s exclusive refuse franchisee and all applicable disposal fees shall be paid.

Anyone engaging in the disposal of such materials in any manner other than that described within this section shall be guilty of an infraction.

4.150.580 Recyclable materials of city – No fee for processing.

Any and all recycling collection services are subject to payment of a five percent franchise fee to the city if any fee is charged to the customers for service collection. Fee shall be based on gross revenue as reported on the annual city business licenses. In the event no fee is charged by the collection service, the city council may either waive the franchise fee or require that the collection service provide similar services to city facilities without charge.

4.150.590 Indemnification of city by those engaged in recycling activities.

Any person, company or entity engaged in recycling activities which requires removal and transport of recyclable materials over city rights-of-way shall obtain an encroachment permit from the public works department in accordance with Chapter 7.05 SLTCC, and any such encroachment permit issued shall be subject to the customary hold harmless and indemnity provisions established by city ordinance as contained in Chapter 7.05 SLTCC.
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4.150.600 No vesting of rights, entitlements or rights to operate recycling facilities shall be recognized prior to effective date of ordinance.

No person, company or entity shall be deemed by the city council to have developed any legal, nonconforming use, vested right or entitlement to engage in recycling operations by virtue of commencement of recycling prior to the effective date of the ordinance codified in this chapter. No recycling operator, irrespective of the date of commencement of their recycling activities, shall be exempt from the requirements and regulations established by this article. Any person or business currently operating a recycling collection service shall obtain required permits within 60 days of the adoption of the ordinance codified in this chapter.

4.150.610 Development of materials recovery facility prohibited.

Division 2. Recycling Organic Waste

4.150.620 Requirements for residential organic waste recycling.

A. Owners and occupants of single-family units and multiresidential properties of four or less units shall:

1. Subscribe to the city’s organic waste collection service for organic waste generated, except for food waste and food-soiled paper; and

2. Participate in the city’s organic waste collection service by placing organic waste generated, except for food waste and food-soiled paper, in a separate container in accordance with SLTCC

4.150.110.

B. Owners of multiresidential properties of five or more units who have not received a de minimis waiver or physical space waiver shall:

1. Subscribe to the city’s organic waste collection service;

2. Participate in the city’s organic waste collection service by placing organic waste generated, except for food waste and food-soiled paper, in a separate container in accordance with SLTCC

4.150.120;

3. Annually provide information to tenants about organic waste recovery requirements and about proper sorting of organic waste;

5. Provide access for the city or its agent to the property during all inspections conducted under SLTCC 4.150.505 to confirm compliance with the requirements of this division.

C. De Minimis Waiver.

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D. Physical Space Waiver.

4.150.630 Requirements for commercial organic waste recycling.

1. Source separating organic waste from other waste and subscribing to a basic level of organic waste recycling services that includes collection and recycling of organic waste, including food waste;

2. Recycling organic waste on site or self-hauling organic waste, including food waste, for recycling; or

3. Subscribing to an organic waste recycling service that may include mixed waste processing that specifically recycles organic waste, including food waste; and

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B. In addition to the applicable requirements of subsection (A) of this section, owners and operators of commercial businesses not granted an exemption from mandatory collection under SLTCC 4.150.390 and who have not received a de minimis waiver or physical space waiver shall:

1. Subscribe to the city’s organic waste collection service;

2. Participate in the city’s organic waste collection service by placing organic waste generated, except for food waste and food-soiled paper, in a separate container for collection;

3. Provide labeled containers for the collection of organic waste, except for food waste and food-soiled paper, if any is generated by the business or its customers, in all indoor and outdoor areas where disposal containers are provided for customers, except in restrooms;

4. Prohibit employees from placing materials in a container not designated for those materials, to the extent practical through measures such as education, training, and inspection;

6. Annually provide information to employees, contractors, tenants, and customers about organic waste recovery requirements and about proper sorting of organic waste;

8. Provide access to the city or its agent to its properties during all inspections conducted under SLTCC 4.150.505 to confirm compliance with the requirements of this division.

C. In addition to the applicable requirements of subsections (A) and (B) of this section, owners and operators of tier one commercial edible food generators shall:

1. Arrange to recover the maximum amount of edible food that would otherwise be disposed;

2. Contract with food recovery organizations or food recovery services for collection or acceptance of self-hauled edible food for food recovery;

3. Allow the city or agent to access the premises and review records pursuant to Section 18991.4 of Title 14 of the California Code of Regulations, as may be amended from time to time; and

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D. Commencing on January 1, 2024, owners and operators of tier two commercial edible food generators shall:

1. Comply with the requirements for tier one commercial edible food generators in this section; and

E. De Minimis Waiver.

1. Owners and operators of commercial businesses may request a de minimis waiver from some or all of the requirements of this sectionsubsections (A) and (B) of this section by submitting the following information:
a. The requirements requested to be waived;
b. Documentation that either: (a) the commercial business’s total solid waste collection service is two cubic yards or more per week and source separated organic waste subject to collection comprises less than 20 gallons per week; or (b) the commercial business’s total solid waste collection service is less than two cubic yards per week and source separated organic waste subject to collection comprises less than 10 gallons per week.

F. Physical Space Waiver.

4.150.640 Requirements for food recovery organizations and services.

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2. Maintain the following records:
a. Name, address, and contact information for each commercial food generator from which edible food is collected;
b. Quantity, measured in pounds per month, of edible food collected from each commercial edible food generator;
c. Quantity, measured in pounds per month, of edible food transported to each food recovery organization; and
d. Name, address, and contact information for each food recovery organization to which the food recovery service transports edible food.

B. Owners and operators of food recovery organizations maintaining their principal place of business within the city and having a contract to collect or receive edible food directly shall:

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Agenda Item: Excusing Mayor Pro Tem John Friedrich from Attending City Council Meetings on May 21, June 4, and June 18 Due to Illness
Executive Summary: Adoption of this resolution would excuse Mayor Pro Tem Friedrich's absences from three City Council meetings due to illness.

Requested Action / Suggested Motions: Pass a Resolution excusing Mayor Pro Tem John Friedrich from attending City Council meetings on May 21, June 4, and June 18 due to illness.

Responsible Staff Member: Heather Stroud, City Attorney Reviewed and Approved By: Susan Blankenship, City Clerk Olga Tikhomirova, Director of Finance Attachments:
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Meeting Date: June 18, 2024
Title: Excusing Mayor Pro Tem John Friedrich from Attending City Council Meetings on May 21, June 4, and June 18 Due to Illness
Location: “Citywide”
Responsible Staff Member: Heather Stroud, City Attorney (530) 542-6046 Background: Under California Government Code section 36513, “[i]f a councilmember is absent without permission from all regular city council meetings for 60 days consecutively from the last regular meeting he or she attended, his or her office becomes vacant and shall be filled as any other vacancy.” Mayor Pro Tem Friedrich has been unable to attend the last three City Council meetings due to illness. The May 21 meeting was cancelled due to lack of a quorum of councilmembers available to participate within the jurisdiction.

Issue and Discussion: Staff recommends adopting a resolution to excuse Mayor Pro Tem Friedrich’s absences, as he has been ill and unable to attend meetings since the last meeting he attended remotely on May 7, 2024. If no action were taken, his seat would be considered vacated 60 days from that date on July 6, 2024. Adoption of this resolution will avoid the absences being “without permission” such that this council seat is not vacated while Mayor Pro Tem Friedrich is recovering from illness.

Financial Implications: This action has no fiscal implications.

Environmental Considerations: This action is not a “project” requiring environmental review under the California Environmental Quality Act (“CEQA”) under CEQA Guidelines sections 15372(b)(2) (continuing administrative activities such as personnel-related actions) and 15378(b)(5) (organizational or administrative activities that will not result in direct or indirect physical changes in the environment).

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Resolution 2024-XXX
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City Council
June 18, 2024
Excusing Mayor Pro Tem John Friedrich from Attending City Council Meetings on May 21, June 4, and June 18 Due to Illness

BACKGROUND
A. Under California Government Code section 36513, “[i]f a councilmember is absent without permission from all regular city council meetings for 60 days consecutively from the last regular meeting he or she attended, his or her office becomes vacant and shall be filled as any other vacancy.”
B. The last regular city council meeting Mayor Pro Tem John Friedrich was able to attend was on May 7, 2024.

C. Mayor Pro Tem Friedrich has been unable to attend the last three City Council meetings on May 21, June 4, and June 18 due to illness. The May 21 meeting was cancelled due to lack of a quorum of councilmembers available to participate within the jurisdiction.

BASED ON THE FACTS SET FORTH IN THE BACKGROUND, BE IT RESOLVED, that the City Council of the City of South Lake Tahoe:

Finds that Mayor Pro Tem Friedrich is excused from attending the regular City Council meetings on May 21, 2024, June 4, 2024, and June 18, 2024, due to illness.

Adopted by the City of South Lake Tahoe City Council on June 18, 2024 by the following vote:

Yes:

No:

Absent:

Abstain:
________________________ Date:_________
Cody Bass, Mayor
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Susan Blankenship, City Clerk
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Joe Irvin, City Manager
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Meeting Date: June 18, 2024
Agenda Item #:13
Agenda Item: Approval of City Salary Table
Executive Summary: The proposed Resolution approves City Salary Table in accordance with 2 California Code of Regulations section 570.5 and CalPERS requirements that the City Council duly approve and adopt publicly available pay schedules that include the effective date.

Requested Action / Suggested Motions: Pass a Resolution approving the City Salary Table in compliance with the California Code of Regulations and CalPERS requirements.

Responsible Staff Member: Ember Buckman, Human Resources Manager Reviewed and Approved By: Susan Blankenship, City Clerk Olga Tikhomirova, Director of Finance Heather Stroud, City Attorney
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Title: Approval of City Salary Table
Location: Citywide
Responsible Staff Member: Ember Buckman, Human Resources Manager (530) 542-6050 Background:

Title 2 of the California Code of Regulations section 570.5 and the California Public Employees' Retirement System (CalPERS) mandate that publicly available pay schedules must be officially approved and adopted by the employer's governing body in compliance with relevant public meeting laws. The adopted pay schedules must also include an effective date and the date of any revisions.

Issue and Discussion:

The City is required to adhere to CCR 570.5 and CalPERS regulations. To fulfill this obligation, the City Council must approve the final version of the City Salary Table whenever changes are made to it. The attached salary table includes preapproved revisions and essential information such as the effective date and date of revision, which are mandatory as per CCR 570.5 and CalPERS.

The goal is to publish this salary table on the City's website in line with CCR 570.5 and CalPERS regulations.

Financial Implications: There are no financial consequences associated with approving the City Salary Table.

Environmental Considerations: Approval of the City Salary table is not a project subject to review under the California Environmental Quality Act (CEQA) under CEQA Guidelines section 15378(b)(2) (continuing administrative activities such as personnel-related actions).

Policy Implications: Approval of the City Salary Table complies with the California Code of Regulations and CalPERS requirements.
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Resolution 2024-XXX June 18, 2024 Page 1 of 1
Resolution 2024-XXX
Adopted by the City of South Lake Tahoe
City Council
June 18. 2024
Approving the City Salary Table in compliance with the California Code of Regulations and CalPERS requirements

BACKGROUND
A. Title 2 of California Code of Regulations, section 570.5 (CCR 570.5) and the California Public Employees Retirement System (CalPERS) require publicly available Salary Tables to be duly approved by the City Council and include an effective date including any revisions.

B. To comply with CCR 570.5 and CalPERS requirements, the City Salary Tables is being brought to the City Council for approval.

BASED ON THE FACTS SET FORTH IN THE BACKGROUND, BE IT RESOLVED, that the City Council of the City of South Lake Tahoe:

1. Approves City salary table attached hereto as Exhibit A Adopted by the City of South Lake Tahoe City Council on June 18, 2024, by the following vote:

Yes:

No:

Absent:

Abstain:
___________________________ Date:___________
Cody Bass, Mayor
Attest:
____________________________
Susan Blankenship, City Clerk
The presence of electronic signature certifies that the foregoing is a true and correct copy as approved by the South Lake Tahoe City Council.
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City of South Lake Tahoe Salary Schedule
Adoption Date: 06/18/2024
City Council
• Salary Schedule effective date: pay period containing 01/23/2023 • Revision Date:02/06/2023
• Salary Increase approved on: 11/01/2022
City Treasurer
• Salary Schedule effective date: pay period containing 01/23/2023 • Revision Date:02/06/2023
• Salary Increase approved on: 10/04/2022
City Manager and City Attorney
• Salary Schedule effective date: pay period containing 10/01/2023 • Revision Date:10/10/2023
• Salary Increase approved on: 09/26/2023
Police Officers’ Association (Elimination of deferred comp City match) • Salary Schedule effective date: pay period containing 11/25/2023 • Revision Date:12/08/2023
• Salary Increase approved on: 11/21/2023
Police Supervisors’ Committee
• Salary Schedule effective date: pay period containing 10/01/2023 • Revision Date:11/28/2023
• Salary Increase approved on 11/21/2023
Police Supervisors’ Committee (Public Safety Dispatcher Supervisor) • Salary Schedule effective date: pay period containing 11/25/2023 • Revision Date:02/06/2024
• Salary Increase approved on 11/21/2023
Police Employees’ Association (Elimination of deferred comp City match) • Salary Scheule effective date: pay period containing 01/01/2024 • Revision Date:01/18/2024
• Salary Increase Approved on 1/09/2024
Firefighters’ Association
• Salary Schedule effective date: pay period containing 10/01/2023 • Revision Date:10/10/2023
• Salary Increase approved on: 09/06/2023
Seasonal and Temporary Positions
• Salary Schedule effective date: 01/01/2024
• Revision Date:01/08/2024
• Salary Increase Approved on: 12/12/2023
Seasonal/Temporary (Reserve Officer Annuitant)
• Salary Schedule effective date: pay period containing 11/25/2023 • Revision Date:01/18/2024
• Salary Increase approved on 11/21/2023 471
City of South Lake Tahoe Salary Schedule
Adoption Date: 06/18/2024
Seasonal/Temporary (Recreation Instructor)
• Salary Schedule effective date: pay period containing 03/16/2024 • Revision Date:03/13/2024
• Salary Increase approved on: 03/12/2024
Unrepresented Employee Group including City Clerk (Elimination of Y-rating) • Salary Schedule effective date: pay period containing 10/01/2023 • Revision Date:03/29/2024
• Salary Increase Approved on: 03/26/2024
Unrepresented Employee Group (Fire Division Chief)
• Salary Schedule effective date: pay period containing 03/16/2024 • Revision Date: 03/13/2024
• Salary Schedule Approved on: 03/12/2024
Local 39 General and Public Works
• Salary Schedule effective date: pay period containing 10/01/2023 • Revision Date:11/28/2023
• Salary Increase Approved on: 11/21/2023
Local 39 General and Public Works (Recreation Program Coordinator) • Salary Schedule effective date: pay period containing 03/16/2024 • Revision Date:03/13/2024
• Salary Schedule Approved on: 03/12/2024
Local 39 General & Public Works (Associate Architect)
• Salary Schedule effective date: pay period containing 05/07/2024 • Revision Date:05/16/2024
• Salary Schedule approved on: 05/07/2024
Local 39 Administrative and Confidential
• Salary Schedule effective date: Pay period containing 10/01/2023 • Revision Date:11/28/2023
• Salary Increase Approved on: 11/21/2023
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City of South Lake Tahoe
Salary Table By Bargaining Unit
Bargaining Unit 1100
0010 CITY CLERK
Index Key Value Hourly Monthly
1100/1138/01 47.8593 8,295
1100/1138/02 50.2487 8,709
1100/1138/03 52.7641 9,145
1100/1138/04 55.4009 9,602
1100/1138/05 58.1746 10,083
0020 CITY COUNCIL
Index Key Value Hourly Monthly
1100/0020/01 0.0000 1,264
0030 CITY TREASURER
Index Key Value Hourly Monthly
1100/0030/01 0.0000 1,264
Report Date: 06/04/2024 Page 1
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City of South Lake Tahoe
Salary Table By Bargaining Unit
Bargaining Unit 1200
1200 CITY ATTORNEY
Index Key Value Hourly Monthly
1200/1256/01 103.4403 17,929
1280 CITY MANAGER
Index Key Value Hourly Monthly
1200/1258/01 106.9216 18,533
Report Date: 06/04/2024 Page 2
474
City of South Lake Tahoe
Salary Table By Bargaining Unit
Bargaining Unit 1300
1620 CHIEF OF POLICE
Index Key Value Hourly Monthly
1300/1362/01 83.0585 14,396
1300/1362/02 87.2115 15,116
1300/1362/03 91.5721 15,872
1300/1362/04 96.1507 16,666
1300/1362/05 100.9582 17,499
1350 DIR OF DEVELOPMENT SERVICES
Index Key Value Hourly Monthly
1300/1350/01 73.2556 12,697
1300/1350/02 76.9188 13,332
1300/1350/03 80.7647 13,999
1300/1350/04 84.8031 14,699
1300/1350/05 89.0431 15,434
1340 DIRECTOR OF FINANCE
Index Key Value Hourly Monthly
1300/1340/01 73.2555 12,697
1300/1340/02 76.9188 13,332
1300/1340/03 80.7647 13,999
1300/1340/04 84.8031 14,699
1300/1340/05 89.0431 15,434
2120 DIRECTOR OF PUBLIC WORKS
Index Key Value Hourly Monthly
1300/1445/01 73.8949 12,808
1300/1445/02 77.5897 13,448
1300/1445/03 81.4691 14,121
1300/1445/04 85.5427 14,827
1300/1445/05 89.8197 15,568
1342 FIRE CHIEF
Index Key Value Hourly Monthly
1300/1320/01 82.2845 14,262
1300/1320/02 86.3988 14,975
1300/1320/03 90.7187 15,724
1300/1320/04 95.2547 16,510
1300/1320/05 100.0174 17,336
2400 PARKS & REC DIRECTOR
Index Key Value Hourly Monthly
1300/1420/01 73.2555 12,697
1300/1420/02 76.9188 13,332
1300/1420/03 80.7647 13,999
1300/1420/04 84.8031 14,699
1300/1420/05 89.0431 15,434
Report Date: 06/04/2024 Page 3
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City of South Lake Tahoe
Salary Table By Bargaining Unit
Bargaining Unit 1301
1240 ASSISTANT CITY ATTORNEY
Index Key Value Hourly Monthly
1301/1240/01 70.4183 12,205
1301/1240/02 73.9392 12,816
1301/1240/03 77.6362 13,456
1301/1240/04 81.5180 14,129
1301/1240/05 85.5939 14,836
1321 ASSISTANT CITY MANAGER
Index Key Value Hourly Monthly
1301/1321/01 82.1348 14,236
1301/1321/02 86.2416 14,948
1301/1321/03 90.5536 15,695
1301/1321/04 95.0813 16,480
1301/1321/05 99.8354 17,304
Report Date: 06/04/2024 Page 4
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City of South Lake Tahoe
Salary Table By Bargaining Unit
Bargaining Unit 1400
3427 ACCOUNTANT I
Index Key Value Hourly Monthly
1400/1427/01 36.9515 6,404
1400/1427/02 38.7967 6,724
1400/1427/03 40.7409 7,061
1400/1427/04 42.7744 7,414
1400/1427/05 44.9171 7,785
3430 ACCOUNTANT II
Index Key Value Hourly Monthly
1400/3430/01 42.4942 7,365
1400/3430/02 44.6189 7,733
1400/3430/03 46.8498 8,120
1400/3430/04 49.1923 8,526
1400/3430/05 51.6519 8,953
3300 ASSISTANT CITY CLERK
Index Key Value Hourly Monthly
1400/1422/01 32.4159 5,618
1400/1422/02 34.0406 5,900
1400/1422/03 35.7441 6,195
1400/1422/04 37.5264 6,504
1400/1422/05 39.4071 6,830
2040 ASSISTANT MANAGEMENT ANALYST
Index Key Value Hourly Monthly
1400/1425/01 35.6840 6,185
1400/1425/02 37.4711 6,494
1400/1425/03 39.3467 6,820
1400/1425/04 41.3106 7,160
1400/1425/05 43.3727 7,517
2060 ASSOCIATE MANAGEMENT ANALYST
Index Key Value Hourly Monthly
1400/1430/01 39.2395 6,801
1400/1430/02 41.2059 7,142
1400/1430/03 43.2705 7,500
1400/1430/04 45.4322 7,874
1400/1430/05 47.7019 8,268
1180 BUILDING OFFICIAL
Index Key Value Hourly Monthly
1400/1439/01 53.4956 9,272
1400/1439/02 56.1670 9,735
1400/1439/03 58.9753 10,222
1400/1439/04 61.9300 10,734
1400/1439/05 65.0264 11,271
Report Date: 06/04/2024 Page 5
477
City of South Lake Tahoe
Salary Table By Bargaining Unit
1459 CAPITAL & FACILITIES PROG MGR
Index Key Value Hourly Monthly
1400/1459/01 61.2274 10,612
1400/1459/02 64.2887 11,143
1400/1459/03 67.5033 11,700
1400/1459/04 70.8783 12,285
1400/1459/05 74.4222 12,899
1458 COMPLETE STREETS PROG MGR
Index Key Value Hourly Monthly
1400/1458/01 61.2274 10,612
1400/1458/02 64.2887 11,143
1400/1458/03 67.5033 11,700
1400/1458/04 70.8783 12,285
1400/1458/05 74.4222 12,899
2181 ENGINEERING MANAGER
Index Key Value Hourly Monthly
1400/1442/01 61.2275 10,612
1400/1442/02 64.2888 11,143
1400/1442/03 67.5033 11,700
1400/1442/04 70.8784 12,285
1400/1442/05 74.4223 12,899
3380 FINANCIAL SERVICES MANAGER
Index Key Value Hourly Monthly
1400/1485/01 57.6609 9,994
1400/1485/02 60.5373 10,493
1400/1485/03 63.5686 11,018
1400/1485/04 66.7420 11,568
1400/1485/05 70.0830 12,147
3375 FINANCIAL SERVICES SUPERVISOR
Index Key Value Hourly Monthly
1400/3375/01 49.6580 8,607
1400/3375/02 52.1347 9,036
1400/3375/03 54.7483 9,489
1400/3375/04 57.4864 9,964
1400/3375/05 60.3656 10,463
2510 HOUSING MANAGER
Index Key Value Hourly Monthly
1400/1431/01 54.6364 9,470
1400/1431/02 57.3689 9,943
1400/1431/03 60.2339 10,440
1400/1431/04 63.2430 10,962
1400/1431/05 66.4088 11,510
1300 INFORMATION SYSTEMS MANAGER
Index Key Value Hourly Monthly
Report Date: 06/04/2024 Page 6
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City of South Lake Tahoe
Salary Table By Bargaining Unit
1400/1432/01 58.3687 10,117
1400/1432/02 61.2871 10,623
1400/1432/03 64.3514 11,154
1400/1432/04 67.5690 11,711
1400/1432/05 70.9475 12,297
7101 MAINTENANCE MANAGER
Index Key Value Hourly Monthly
1400/1429/01 45.8763 7,951
1400/1429/02 48.1702 8,349
1400/1429/03 50.5787 8,766
1400/1429/04 53.1076 9,205
1400/1429/05 55.7630 9,665
3681 OFFICE MANAGER
Index Key Value Hourly Monthly
1400/1418/01 41.2003 7,141
1400/1418/02 43.2641 7,499
1400/1418/03 45.4305 7,874
1400/1418/04 47.6995 8,267
1400/1418/05 50.0838 8,681
1455 PLANNING MANAGER
Index Key Value Hourly Monthly
1400/1455/01 55.5474 9,628
1400/1455/02 58.3252 10,109
1400/1455/03 61.2391 10,614
1400/1455/04 64.2995 11,145
1400/1455/05 67.5168 11,702
1414 PRINCIPAL MANAGEMENT ANALYST
Index Key Value Hourly Monthly
1400/1414/01 50.6381 8,777
1400/1414/02 53.1700 9,216
1400/1414/03 55.8284 9,676
1400/1414/04 58.6199 10,160
1400/1414/05 61.5508 10,668
3350 RECREATION MANAGER
Index Key Value Hourly Monthly
1400/1461/01 44.4941 7,712
1400/1461/02 46.7189 8,097
1400/1461/03 49.0548 8,502
1400/1461/04 51.5076 8,927
1400/1461/05 54.0829 9,374
Report Date: 06/04/2024 Page 7
479
City of South Lake Tahoe
Salary Table By Bargaining Unit
Bargaining Unit 1401
1431 AIRPORT MANAGER
Index Key Value Hourly Monthly
1401/1493/01 61.2274 10,612
1401/1493/02 64.2887 11,143
1401/1493/03 67.5033 11,700
1401/1493/04 70.8783 12,285
1401/1493/05 74.4222 12,899
1454 COMMUNICATIONS & PROJECT SPEC
Index Key Value Hourly Monthly
1401/1454/01 37.0604 6,423
1401/1454/02 38.9134 6,745
1401/1454/03 40.8591 7,082
1401/1454/04 42.9021 7,436
1401/1454/05 45.0472 7,808
1444 FIRE DIVISION CHIEF
Index Key Value Hourly Monthly
1401/1444/01 74.3649 12,889
1401/1444/02 78.0831 13,534
1401/1444/03 81.9873 14,211
1401/1444/04 86.0866 14,921
1401/1444/05 90.3910 15,667
2310 FIRE MARSHALL
Index Key Value Hourly Monthly
4201/2310/01 61.1802 10,604
4201/2310/02 64.2393 11,134
4201/2310/03 67.4512 11,691
4201/2310/04 70.8238 12,276
4201/2310/05 74.3649 12,889
3750 H.R.ANALYST
Index Key Value Hourly Monthly
1401/1423/01 40.5053 7,020
1401/1423/02 42.5306 7,371
1401/1423/03 44.6571 7,740
1401/1423/04 46.8900 8,127
1401/1423/05 49.2345 8,533
1091 HUMAN RESOURCE MANAGER
Index Key Value Hourly Monthly
1401/1435/01 56.2668 9,752
1401/1435/02 59.0738 10,239
1401/1435/03 62.0318 10,752
1401/1435/04 65.1284 11,288
1401/1435/05 68.3887 11,854
Report Date: 06/04/2024 Page 8
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City of South Lake Tahoe
Salary Table By Bargaining Unit
3751 PRINCIPAL H.R. ANALYST
Index Key Value Hourly Monthly
1401/1482/01 50.6401 8,777
1401/1482/02 53.1663 9,215
1401/1482/03 55.8286 9,676
1401/1482/04 58.6155 10,160
1401/1482/05 61.5497 10,668
1462 RISK MANAGER
Index Key Value Hourly Monthly
1401/1462/01 44.3786 7,692
1401/1462/02 46.5975 8,076
1401/1462/03 48.9274 8,480
1401/1462/04 51.3738 8,904
1401/1462/05 53.9424 9,350
Report Date: 06/04/2024 Page 9
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City of South Lake Tahoe
Salary Table By Bargaining Unit
Bargaining Unit 1500
1545 PAYROLL COORDINATOR
Index Key Value Hourly Monthly
1500/1545/01 29.9452 5,190
1500/1545/02 31.4344 5,448
1500/1545/03 33.0094 5,721
1500/1545/04 34.6593 6,007
1500/1545/05 36.3950 6,308
Report Date: 06/04/2024 Page 10
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City of South Lake Tahoe
Salary Table By Bargaining Unit
Bargaining Unit 1501
6680 PARALEGAL
Index Key Value Hourly Monthly
1501/6680/01 29.7060 5,149
1501/6680/02 31.1913 5,406
1501/6680/03 32.7507 5,676
1501/6680/04 34.3878 5,960
1501/6680/05 36.1075 6,258
3474 SUSTAINABILITY COORDINATOR
Index Key Value Hourly Monthly
1501/3474/01 39.1906 6,793
1501/3474/02 41.1501 7,132
1501/3474/03 43.2076 7,489
1501/3474/04 45.3680 7,863
1501/3474/05 47.6364 8,256
Report Date: 06/04/2024 Page 11
483
City of South Lake Tahoe
Salary Table By Bargaining Unit
Bargaining Unit 1900
2595 POLICE LIEUTENANT
Index Key Value Hourly Monthly
1900/1941/01 59.0419 10,233
1900/1941/02 61.9441 10,736
1900/1941/03 64.9935 11,265
1900/1941/04 68.1904 11,819
1900/1941/05 71.5573 12,403
Report Date: 06/04/2024 Page 12
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City of South Lake Tahoe
Salary Table By Bargaining Unit
Bargaining Unit 3100
2105 AIRPORT MAINTENANCE SUPERVISOR
Index Key Value Hourly Monthly
3100/1426/01 36.7417 6,368
3100/1426/02 38.5788 6,687
3100/1426/03 40.5078 7,021
3100/1426/04 42.5333 7,372
3100/1426/05 44.6600 7,741
7202 EQUIPMENT MECHANIC I
Index Key Value Hourly Monthly
3100/3119/01 31.1282 5,395
3100/3119/02 32.6847 5,665
3100/3119/03 34.3189 5,948
3100/3119/04 36.0348 6,246
3100/3119/05 37.8366 6,558
7201 EQUIPMENT MECHANIC II
Index Key Value Hourly Monthly
3100/3121/01 34.2477 5,936
3100/3121/02 35.9573 6,232
3100/3121/03 37.7557 6,544
3100/3121/04 39.6429 6,871
3100/3121/05 41.6207 7,214
7203 EQUIPMENT MECHANIC III
Index Key Value Hourly Monthly
3100/3126/01 37.7687 6,546
3100/3126/02 39.6629 6,874
3100/3126/03 41.6454 7,218
3100/3126/04 43.7163 7,577
3100/3126/05 45.9134 7,958
6301 FLEET CONTROL SPECIALIST
Index Key Value Hourly Monthly
3100/3117/01 32.1185 5,567
3100/3117/02 33.7259 5,845
3100/3117/03 35.4111 6,137
3100/3117/04 37.1827 6,445
3100/3117/05 39.0351 6,766
3190 MAINTENANCE TECH I
Index Key Value Hourly Monthly
3100/3190/01 20.0014 3,466
3100/3190/02 20.5046 3,554
3100/3190/03 21.0209 3,643
3100/3190/04 21.5503 3,735
3100/3190/05 22.0930 3,829
Report Date: 06/04/2024 Page 13
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City of South Lake Tahoe
Salary Table By Bargaining Unit
3191 MAINTENANCE TECH II
Index Key Value Hourly Monthly
3100/3191/01 22.5099 3,901
3100/3191/02 23.0727 3,999
3100/3191/03 23.6495 4,099
3100/3191/04 24.2408 4,201
3100/3191/05 24.8468 4,306
3192 MAINTENANCE TECH III
Index Key Value Hourly Monthly
3100/3192/01 25.9946 4,505
3100/3192/02 27.2943 4,731
3100/3192/03 28.6590 4,967
3100/3192/04 30.0920 5,215
3100/3192/05 31.5966 5,476
3193 MAINTENANCE TECH IV
Index Key Value Hourly Monthly
3100/3193/01 28.6027 4,957
3100/3193/02 30.0341 5,205
3100/3193/03 31.5313 5,465
3100/3193/04 33.1072 5,738
3100/3193/05 34.7619 6,025
3195 MAINTENANCE TECH LEAD
Index Key Value Hourly Monthly
3100/3195/01 34.7619 6,025
3100/3195/02 36.4954 6,325
3100/3195/03 38.3208 6,642
3100/3195/04 40.2381 6,974
3100/3195/05 42.2474 7,322
3914 MAINTENANCE TECH V
Index Key Value Hourly Monthly
3100/3194/01 31.5313 5,465
3100/3194/02 33.1072 5,738
3100/3194/03 34.7619 6,025
3100/3194/04 36.4954 6,325
3100/3194/05 38.3208 6,642
Report Date: 06/04/2024 Page 14
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City of South Lake Tahoe
Salary Table By Bargaining Unit
Bargaining Unit 3400
3103 ACCOUNTING TECHNICIAN I
Index Key Value Hourly Monthly
3400/3411/01 22.0641 3,824
3400/3411/02 23.1673 4,015
3400/3411/03 24.3257 4,216
3400/3411/04 25.5420 4,427
3400/3411/05 26.8191 4,648
3104 ACCOUNTING TECHNICIAN II
Index Key Value Hourly Monthly
3400/3415/01 27.5852 4,781
3400/3415/02 28.9644 5,020
3400/3415/03 30.4128 5,271
3400/3415/04 31.9333 5,535
3400/3415/05 33.5300 5,811
3390 ADMINSTRATIVE ASSISTANT I
Index Key Value Hourly Monthly
3400/1490/01 25.6388 4,444
3400/1490/02 26.9227 4,666
3400/1490/03 28.2631 4,898
3400/1490/04 29.6791 5,144
3400/1490/05 31.1612 5,401
6381 ADMINISTRATIVE ASSISTANT II
Index Key Value Hourly Monthly
3400/3414/01 28.1971 4,887
3400/3414/02 29.6131 5,132
3400/3414/03 31.0857 5,388
3400/3414/04 32.6433 5,658
3400/3414/05 34.2764 5,941
6500 ADMINISTRATIVE CLERK I
Index Key Value Hourly Monthly
3400/3402/01 19.8427 3,439
3400/3402/02 20.8315 3,610
3400/3402/03 21.8691 3,790
3400/3402/04 22.9655 3,980
3400/3402/05 24.1285 4,182
6200 ADMINISTRATIVE CLERK II
Index Key Value Hourly Monthly
3400/3406/01 21.8351 3,784
3400/3406/02 22.9284 3,974
3400/3406/03 24.0801 4,173
3400/3406/04 25.2807 4,381
3400/3406/05 26.5451 4,601
Report Date: 06/04/2024 Page 15
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City of South Lake Tahoe
Salary Table By Bargaining Unit
3140 ASSISTANT PLANNER
Index Key Value Hourly Monthly
3400/3440/01 38.4199 6,659
3400/3440/02 40.3467 6,993
3400/3440/03 42.3593 7,342
3400/3440/04 44.4789 7,709
3400/3440/05 46.7183 8,097
3432 ASSOCIATE ARCHITECT
Index Key Value Hourly Monthly
3400/3432/01 53.2413 9,228
3400/3432/02 55.9033 9,689
3400/3432/03 58.6976 10,174
3400/3432/04 61.6334 10,683
3400/3432/05 64.7108 11,216
2190 ASSOCIATE CIVIL ENGINEER
Index Key Value Hourly Monthly
3400/3435/01 53.2413 9,228
3400/3435/02 55.9033 9,689
3400/3435/03 58.6976 10,174
3400/3435/04 61.6334 10,683
3400/3435/05 64.7108 11,216
2200 ASSOCIATE PLANNER
Index Key Value Hourly Monthly
3400/3429/01 42.2815 7,328
3400/3429/02 44.3960 7,695
3400/3429/03 46.6144 8,079
3400/3429/04 48.9537 8,485
3400/3429/05 51.3911 8,907
3179 BUILDING INSPECTOR
Index Key Value Hourly Monthly
3400/3421/01 33.4291 5,794
3400/3421/02 35.1002 6,084
3400/3421/03 36.8542 6,388
3400/3421/04 38.6926 6,706
3400/3421/05 40.6303 7,042
3720 CODE COMPLIANCE INVESTIGATOR
Index Key Value Hourly Monthly
3400/3620/01 25.6011 4,437
3400/3620/02 26.8849 4,660
3400/3620/03 28.2254 4,892
3400/3620/04 29.6414 5,137
3400/3620/05 31.1235 5,394
3785 DEVELOPMENT SERVICES TECH
Index Key Value Hourly Monthly
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3400/3785/01 29.9716 5,195
3400/3785/02 31.4752 5,455
3400/3785/03 33.0474 5,728
3400/3785/04 34.7013 6,014
3400/3785/05 36.4264 6,313
3201 ENGINEERING TECHNICIAN
Index Key Value Hourly Monthly
3400/3423/01 32.0277 5,551
3400/3423/02 33.6291 5,829
3400/3423/03 35.3105 6,120
3400/3423/04 37.0761 6,426
3400/3423/05 38.9299 6,747
3485 EVENTS COORDINATOR
Index Key Value Hourly Monthly
3400/3485/01 28.7244 4,978
3400/3485/02 30.1607 5,227
3400/3485/03 31.6687 5,489
3400/3485/04 33.2522 5,763
3400/3485/05 34.9148 6,051
3494 EXECUTIVE ASST TO THE FIRE CHF
Index Key Value Hourly Monthly
3400/3494/01 30.5104 5,288
3400/3494/02 32.0345 5,552
3400/3494/03 33.6299 5,829
3400/3494/04 35.3274 6,123
3400/3494/05 37.0761 6,426
3452 FIRE SAFTY INSPECTOR I
Index Key Value Hourly Monthly
3400/3452/01 29.0615 5,037
3400/3452/02 30.5146 5,289
3400/3452/03 32.0405 5,553
3400/3452/04 33.6422 5,831
3400/3452/05 35.3244 6,122
3450 FIRE SAFTY INSPECTOR II
Index Key Value Hourly Monthly
3400/3450/01 33.5014 5,806
3400/3450/02 35.1762 6,097
3400/3450/03 36.9340 6,401
3400/3450/04 38.7763 6,721
3400/3450/05 40.7181 7,057
3220 GIS ANALYST
Index Key Value Hourly Monthly
3400/3220/01 48.3979 8,388
3400/3220/02 50.8247 8,809
3400/3220/03 53.3684 9,250
Report Date: 06/04/2024 Page 17
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City of South Lake Tahoe
Salary Table By Bargaining Unit
3400/3220/04 56.0286 9,711
3400/3220/05 58.8289 10,197
3477 HEAD POOL LIFEGUARD
Index Key Value Hourly Monthly
3400/3477/01 19.2963 3,344
3400/3477/02 20.2611 3,511
3400/3477/03 21.2741 3,687
3400/3477/04 22.3379 3,871
3400/3477/05 23.4547 4,065
2350 HOUSING INSPECTOR
Index Key Value Hourly Monthly
3400/3495/01 31.7019 5,495
3400/3495/02 33.2870 5,769
3400/3495/03 34.9514 6,058
3400/3495/04 36.6990 6,361
3400/3495/05 38.5339 6,679
2301 HOUSING REHAB SPECIALIST
Index Key Value Hourly Monthly
3400/3432/01 53.2413 9,228
3400/3432/02 55.9033 9,689
3400/3432/03 58.6976 10,174
3400/3432/04 61.6334 10,683
3400/3432/05 64.7108 11,216
3280 INFORMATION SYSTEM TECHNICIAN
Index Key Value Hourly Monthly
3400/3422/01 33.5894 5,822
3400/3422/02 35.2665 6,112
3400/3422/03 37.0322 6,418
3400/3422/04 38.8769 6,738
3400/3422/05 40.8203 7,075
1410 INFORMATION SYSTEMS SUPERVISOR
Index Key Value Hourly Monthly
3400/1409/01 50.7617 8,798
3400/1409/02 53.2957 9,237
3400/1409/03 55.9650 9,700
3400/1409/04 58.7637 10,185
3400/1409/05 61.7051 10,695
6302 LOAN PROGRAM SPECIALIST
Index Key Value Hourly Monthly
3400/3432/01 53.2413 9,228
3400/3432/02 55.9033 9,689
3400/3432/03 58.6976 10,174
3400/3432/04 61.6334 10,683
3400/3432/05 64.7108 11,216
Report Date: 06/04/2024 Page 18
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City of South Lake Tahoe
Salary Table By Bargaining Unit
3241 NETWORK SYSTEM ADMINISTRATOR
Index Key Value Hourly Monthly
3400/3428/01 43.5181 7,543
3400/3428/02 45.6893 7,919
3400/3428/03 47.9738 8,315
3400/3428/04 50.3715 8,731
3400/3428/05 52.8920 9,167
3780 PERMIT CENTER TECHNICIAN
Index Key Value Hourly Monthly
3400/3780/01 29.9716 5,195
3400/3780/02 31.4752 5,455
3400/3780/03 33.0474 5,728
3400/3780/04 34.7013 6,014
3400/3780/05 36.4264 6,313
6600 POLICE RECORDS TECHNICIAN
Index Key Value Hourly Monthly
3400/4104/01 23.9246 4,146
3400/4104/02 25.1253 4,355
3400/4104/03 26.3827 4,573
3400/4104/04 27.6968 4,800
3400/4104/05 29.0845 5,041
3880 PRINCIPAL BUILDING INSPECTOR
Index Key Value Hourly Monthly
3400/3427/01 40.4404 7,009
3400/3427/02 42.4643 7,360
3400/3427/03 44.5856 7,728
3400/3427/04 46.8186 8,115
3400/3427/05 49.1590 8,520
3491 PROGRAM COORDINATOR
Index Key Value Hourly Monthly
3400/3491/01 35.9931 6,238
3400/3491/02 37.7947 6,551
3400/3491/03 39.6858 6,878
3400/3491/04 41.6678 7,222
3400/3491/05 43.7489 7,583
3499 RECREATION PROGRAM COORDINATOR
Index Key Value Hourly Monthly
3400/3499/01 28.7244 4,978
3400/3499/02 30.1606 5,227
3400/3499/03 31.6687 5,489
3400/3499/04 33.2521 5,763
3400/3499/05 34.9147 6,051
2170 RESIDENT ENGINEER/RES INSPCTR
Index Key Value Hourly Monthly
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City of South Lake Tahoe
Salary Table By Bargaining Unit
3400/3470/01 47.8424 8,292
3400/3470/02 50.2346 8,707
3400/3470/03 52.7463 9,142
3400/3470/04 55.3836 9,599
3400/3470/05 58.1528 10,079
3181 SENIOR BUILDING INSPECTOR
Index Key Value Hourly Monthly
3400/3425/01 36.7628 6,372
3400/3425/02 38.6019 6,691
3400/3425/03 40.5334 7,025
3400/3425/04 42.5587 7,376
3400/3425/05 44.6898 7,746
2360 SENIOR HOUSING INSPECTOR
Index Key Value Hourly Monthly
3400/3496/01 34.8721 6,044
3400/3496/02 36.6158 6,346
3400/3496/03 38.4465 6,664
3400/3496/04 40.3689 6,997
3400/3496/05 42.3873 7,347
3781 SENIOR PERMIT CENTER TECH
Index Key Value Hourly Monthly
3400/3781/01 32.9562 5,712
3400/3781/02 34.6040 5,998
3400/3781/03 36.3342 6,297
3400/3781/04 38.1510 6,612
3400/3781/05 40.0584 6,943
3444 SENIOR PLANNER
Index Key Value Hourly Monthly
3400/3444/01 46.5033 8,060
3400/3444/02 48.8285 8,463
3400/3444/03 51.2699 8,886
3400/3444/04 53.8334 9,331
3400/3444/05 56.5250 9,797
6640 SR POLICE RECORDS TECHNICIAN
Index Key Value Hourly Monthly
3400/6640/01 26.3256 4,563
3400/6640/02 27.6392 4,790
3400/6640/03 29.0287 5,031
3400/6640/04 30.4834 5,283
3400/6640/05 31.9919 5,545
3471 SUPERVISING ACCOUNTING TECH
Index Key Value Hourly Monthly
3400/3471/01 31.3584 5,435
3400/3471/02 32.9263 5,707
3400/3471/03 34.5726 5,992
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City of South Lake Tahoe
Salary Table By Bargaining Unit
3400/3471/04 36.3012 6,292
3400/3471/05 38.1163 6,606
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City of South Lake Tahoe
Salary Table By Bargaining Unit
Bargaining Unit 4100
5601 COMMUNITY SERVICE OFFICER
Index Key Value Hourly Monthly
4100/4108/01 27.3329 4,737
4100/4108/02 28.6482 4,965
4100/4108/03 30.0292 5,205
4100/4108/04 31.4853 5,457
4100/4108/05 33.0072 5,721
6520 DISPATCHER TRAINEE
Index Key Value Hourly Monthly
4100/4100/01 31.8812 5,526
4100/4100/02 33.4253 5,793
4100/4100/03 35.0466 6,074
4100/4100/04 36.7489 6,369
4100/4100/05 38.5364 6,679
4110 PARKING AMBASSADOR
Index Key Value Hourly Monthly
4100/4110/01 23.6259 4,095
4100/4110/02 24.7572 4,291
4100/4110/03 25.9451 4,497
4100/4110/04 27.1924 4,713
4100/4110/05 28.5020 4,940
4123 POLICE TRAINEE
Index Key Value Hourly Monthly
4100/4101/01 37.5681 6,511
3490 PROPERTY/EVIDENCE TECHNICIAN
Index Key Value Hourly Monthly
4100/4123/01 31.8799 5,525
4100/4123/02 33.4206 5,792
4100/4123/03 35.0458 6,074
4100/4123/04 36.7463 6,369
4100/4123/05 38.5313 6,678
6540 PUBLIC SAFETY DISPATCHER
Index Key Value Hourly Monthly
4100/4113/01 34.9711 6,061
4100/4113/02 36.6697 6,356
4100/4113/03 38.4532 6,665
4100/4113/04 40.3258 6,989
4100/4113/05 42.2921 7,330
3500 SENIOR PROPERTY/EVIDENCE TECH
Index Key Value Hourly Monthly
4100/4122/01 34.9707 6,061
4100/4122/02 36.6617 6,354
4100/4122/03 38.4467 6,664
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City of South Lake Tahoe
Salary Table By Bargaining Unit
4100/4122/04 40.3162 6,988
4100/4122/05 42.2891 7,330
Report Date: 06/04/2024 Page 23
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City of South Lake Tahoe
Salary Table By Bargaining Unit
Bargaining Unit 4101
4700 POLICE OFFICER
Index Key Value Hourly Monthly
4101/4124/01 41.5985 7,210
4101/4124/02 43.6343 7,563
4101/4124/03 45.7611 7,931
4101/4124/04 48.0087 8,321
4101/4124/05 50.3571 8,728
Report Date: 06/04/2024 Page 24
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City of South Lake Tahoe
Salary Table By Bargaining Unit
Bargaining Unit 4200
4210 COMMUNITY SERVICE OFFICER SPVR
Index Key Value Hourly Monthly
4200/4210/01 36.8283 6,383
4200/4210/02 38.6197 6,694
4200/4210/03 40.5007 7,020
4200/4210/04 42.4757 7,362
4200/4210/05 44.5495 7,721
6660 POLICE RECORDS SUPERVISOR
Index Key Value Hourly Monthly
4200/4216/01 32.6041 5,651
4200/4216/02 34.1791 5,924
4200/4216/03 35.8391 6,212
4200/4216/04 37.5841 6,514
4200/4216/05 39.4145 6,831
3800 POLICE SERGEANT
Index Key Value Hourly Monthly
4200/4232/01 48.3248 8,376
4200/4232/02 50.6923 8,786
4200/4232/03 53.1717 9,216
4200/4232/04 55.7791 9,668
4200/4232/05 58.5144 10,142
3902 PUBLIC SFTY DISPATCH SUPERVSR
Index Key Value Hourly Monthly
4200/4222/01 40.1956 6,967
4200/4222/02 42.1548 7,306
4200/4222/03 44.2200 7,664
4200/4222/04 46.3804 8,039
4200/4222/05 48.6468 8,432
Report Date: 06/04/2024 Page 25
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City of South Lake Tahoe
Salary Table By Bargaining Unit
Bargaining Unit 4201
4410 FIRE BATTALION CHIEF
Index Key Value Hourly Monthly
4201/4410/01 42.8739 10,404
4201/4410/02 44.9816 10,915
4201/4410/03 47.1947 11,452
4201/4410/04 49.5184 12,016
4201/4410/05 51.9583 12,608
4201/4410/06 54.0079 13,105
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City of South Lake Tahoe
Salary Table By Bargaining Unit
Bargaining Unit 4400
2380 CAPTAIN/PARAMEDIC
Index Key Value Hourly Monthly
4400/4415/01 32.2427 7,824
4400/4415/02 33.8585 8,216
4400/4415/03 35.5485 8,626
4400/4415/04 37.3289 9,058
4400/4415/05 39.1913 9,510
4400/4415/06 41.1505 9,985
2300 FIRE CAPTAIN
Index Key Value Hourly Monthly
4400/4432/01 30.7085 7,451
4400/4432/02 32.2475 7,825
4400/4432/03 33.8570 8,215
4400/4432/04 35.5527 8,627
4400/4432/05 37.3265 9,057
4400/4432/06 38.8217 9,420
3480 FIRE ENGINEER
Index Key Value Hourly Monthly
4400/4426/01 26.6366 6,463
4400/4426/02 27.9715 6,787
4400/4426/03 29.3685 7,126
4400/4426/04 30.8381 7,483
4400/4426/05 32.3816 7,857
4400/4426/06 33.6749 8,171
3481 FIRE ENGINEER/PARAMEDIC
Index Key Value Hourly Monthly
4400/4430/01 27.9692 6,787
4400/4430/02 29.3708 7,127
4400/4430/03 30.8378 7,483
4400/4430/04 32.3809 7,857
4400/4430/05 34.0016 8,251
4400/4430/06 35.3596 8,580
4100 FIREFIGHTER
Index Key Value Hourly Monthly
4400/4422/01 24.2207 5,877
4400/4422/02 25.4313 6,171
4400/4422/03 26.7016 6,479
4400/4422/04 28.0377 6,803
4400/4422/05 29.4358 7,143
4400/4422/06 30.6153 7,429
4900 FIREFIGHTER/PARAMEDIC
Index Key Value Hourly Monthly
4400/4421/01 26.6423 6,465
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City of South Lake Tahoe
Salary Table By Bargaining Unit
4400/4421/02 27.9740 6,788
4400/4421/03 29.3712 7,127
4400/4421/04 30.8409 7,484
4400/4421/05 32.3788 7,857
4400/4421/06 33.6763 8,172
Report Date: 06/04/2024 Page 28
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City of South Lake Tahoe
Salary Table By Bargaining Unit
Bargaining Unit 9000

BLDGINSPII BUILDING INSPECTOR
Index Key Value Hourly Monthly
9000/9934/01 30.4792 0
9000/9934/02 32.0027 0
9000/9934/03 33.6014 0
9000/9934/04 35.2754 0
9000/9934/05 37.0434 0

BUSDRIVER BUS DRIVER
Index Key Value Hourly Monthly
9000/9916/01 19.7000 0
CASHIER1 CASHIER I
Index Key Value Hourly Monthly
9000/9927/01 16.0000 0
9000/9927/02 16.8000 0
9000/9927/03 17.6400 0
9000/9927/04 18.5220 0
9000/9927/05 19.4481 0
9000/9927/06 20.4205 0
CASHIER2 CASHIER II
Index Key Value Hourly Monthly
9000/9951/01 17.0000 0
9000/9951/02 17.8500 0
9000/9951/03 18.7400 0
9000/9951/04 19.6770 0
9000/9951/05 20.6600 0
9000/9951/06 22.0716 0

EQUIPMCH I EQUIPMENT MECHANIC I
Index Key Value Hourly Monthly
9000/9957/01 28.6422 0
9000/9957/02 30.0749 0
9000/9957/03 31.5775 0
9000/9957/04 33.1616 0
9000/9957/05 34.8156 0

EQPMCH II EQUIPMENT MECHANIC II
Index Key Value Hourly Monthly
9000/9958/01 31.7176 0

EQPMCH III EQUIPMENT MECHANIC III
Index Key Value Hourly Monthly
9000/9959/01 34.9851 0

HEADCASHR HEAD CASHIER
Index Key Value Hourly Monthly
9000/9971/01 18.0416 0
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9000/9971/02 18.9436 0
9000/9971/03 19.8900 0
9000/9971/04 20.8845 0
9000/9971/05 21.9287 0
9000/9971/06 23.0251 0

HDLIFEGUAR HEAD POOL LIFEGUARD
Index Key Value Hourly Monthly
9000/9977/01 17.1964 0
9000/9977/02 18.0563 0
9000/9977/03 18.9591 0
9000/9977/04 19.9070 0
9000/9977/05 20.9024 0
9000/9977/06 21.9475 0
PARKATTEN1 PARK ATTENDANT I
Index Key Value Hourly Monthly
9000/9970/01 16.0000 0
PARKATTEN2 PARK ATTENDANT II
Index Key Value Hourly Monthly
9000/9932/01 16.5152 0
9000/9932/02 17.3409 0
9000/9932/03 18.2080 0
9000/9932/04 19.1184 0
9000/9932/05 20.0740 0
9000/9932/06 21.0780 0
PKRANGER1 PARK RANGER I
Index Key Value Hourly Monthly
9000/9968/01 16.0000 0
9000/9968/02 16.8000 0
9000/9968/03 17.6400 0
9000/9968/04 18.5220 0
9000/9968/05 19.4481 0
9000/9968/06 20.4205 0

PKRANGERII PARK RANGER II
Index Key Value Hourly Monthly
9000/9969/01 17.9432 0
9000/9969/02 18.8403 0
9000/9969/03 19.7823 0
9000/9969/04 20.7714 0
9000/9969/05 21.8100 0
9000/9969/06 22.9005 0

PKSTEWARD PARK STEWARD
Index Key Value Hourly Monthly
9000/9966/01 16.0000 0
9000/9966/02 16.8000 0
9000/9966/03 17.6400 0
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9000/9966/04 18.5220 0
9000/9966/05 19.4481 0
9000/9966/06 20.4205 0

LIFEGUARD POOL LIFEGUARD
Index Key Value Hourly Monthly
9000/9976/01 16.0000 0
9000/9976/02 16.8000 0
9000/9976/03 17.6400 0
9000/9976/04 18.5220 0
9000/9976/05 19.4481 0
9000/9976/06 20.4205 0

RECINSTR RECREATION INSTRUCTOR
Index Key Value Hourly Monthly
9000/9986/01 20.2682 0
9000/9986/02 21.2816 0
9000/9986/03 22.3456 0
9000/9986/04 23.4629 0
9000/9986/05 24.6361 0
9000/9986/06 25.8679 0
RECLEADER1 RECREATION LEADER I
Index Key Value Hourly Monthly
9000/9908/01 16.0000 0
9000/9908/02 16.8000 0
9000/9908/03 17.6400 0
9000/9908/04 18.5220 0
9000/9908/05 19.4481 0
9000/9908/06 20.4205 0
9984RECLD2 RECREATION LEADER II
Index Key Value Hourly Monthly
9000/9984/01 17.0000 0
9000/9984/02 17.8500 0
9000/9984/03 18.7400 0
9000/9984/04 19.6770 0
9000/9984/05 20.6600 0
9000/9984/06 22.0716 0
9930 SENIOR SNOW REMOVAL EQUIP OP
Index Key Value Hourly Monthly
9000/9930/01 19.3330 0
9000/9930/02 20.2997 0
9000/9930/03 21.3146 0
9000/9930/04 22.3804 0
9000/9930/05 23.4994 0
9000/9930/06 24.6743 0

SNOWREMOVE SNOW REMOVAL EQUIP OPERATOR
Index Key Value Hourly Monthly
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9000/9918/01 17.5119 0
9000/9918/02 18.3875 0
9000/9918/03 19.3069 0
9000/9918/04 20.2722 0
9000/9918/05 21.2858 0
9000/9918/06 22.3500 0

STMAINTWKR STREET MAINTENANCE WORKER-SEAS
Index Key Value Hourly Monthly
9000/9996/01 17.4788 0
9000/9996/02 18.3528 0
9000/9996/03 19.2704 0
9000/9996/04 20.2339 0
9000/9996/05 21.2456 0
Report Date: 06/04/2024 Page 32
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City of South Lake Tahoe
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Bargaining Unit 9900
9012 ADMINISTRATIVE ASST TEMP
Index Key Value Hourly Monthly
9900/9002/01 23.6499 0
9900/9002/02 24.8342 0
9900/9002/03 26.0707 0
9900/9002/04 27.3767 0
9900/9002/05 28.7439 0
9923ADMCLK ADMINISTRATIVE CLERK
Index Key Value Hourly Monthly
9900/9923/01 19.8427 0
9900/9923/02 20.8315 0
9900/9923/03 21.8691 0
9900/9923/04 22.9655 0
9900/9923/05 24.1285 0
9939 BACKGROUND INVESTIGATOR TEM PT
Index Key Value Hourly Monthly
9900/9944/01 38.9187 0
9453 DEFENSIBLE SPACE INSP - TEMP
Index Key Value Hourly Monthly
9900/9453/01 21.1900 0
9900/9453/02 22.2500 0
9900/9453/03 23.3700 0
9900/9453/04 24.5300 0
9900/9453/05 25.7600 0
9907 DEPUTY CITY ATTORNEY I TEMP
Index Key Value Hourly Monthly
9900/9939/01 38.5490 0
9900/9939/02 40.4765 0
9900/9939/03 42.4999 0
9900/9939/04 44.6249 0
9900/9939/05 46.8560 0
9900/9939/06 49.1998 0
9520 DEVELOPMENT SRVS TECH TEMP
Index Key Value Hourly Monthly
9900/9520/01 23.7352 0
9900/9520/02 24.9260 0
9900/9520/03 26.1710 0
9900/9520/04 27.4808 0
9900/9520/05 28.8469 0
9900/9520/06 30.2890 0
9920DISPTR DISPATCHER TRAINEE
Index Key Value Hourly Monthly
9000/9920/01 15.5119 0
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9452 FIRE SAFETY INSPECTOR I - TEMP
Index Key Value Hourly Monthly
9900/9452/01 26.4407 0
9900/9452/02 27.7628 0
9900/9452/03 29.1512 0
9900/9452/04 30.6084 0
9900/9452/05 32.1389 0
9949 FIREFIGHTER/PARAMEDIC
Index Key Value Hourly Monthly
9900/9949/01 16.5900 0
9943 INTERIM CITY MANAGER - TEMP
Index Key Value Hourly Monthly
9900/9981/01 97.1200 0
9947 INTERIM FIRE BATTALION CHIEF
Index Key Value Hourly Monthly
9900/9947/01 34.9637 0
9900/9947/02 36.7120 0
9900/9947/03 38.5475 0
9900/9947/04 40.4749 0
9900/9947/05 42.4987 0
9900/9947/06 44.1986 0
9942 INTERIM FIRE CHIEF TEMP
Index Key Value Hourly Monthly
9900/9942/01 69.5388 0
9900/9942/02 73.0156 0
9900/9942/03 76.6665 0
9900/9942/04 80.4998 0
9900/9942/05 84.5247 0

INTERN INTERN
Index Key Value Hourly Monthly
9900/9943/01 16.0000 0
9900/9943/02 16.8000 0
9900/9943/03 19.8642 0
9900/9943/04 20.8574 0
9900/9943/05 21.9000 0
9973 LEGAL SECRETARY/PARALEGAL-TEMP
Index Key Value Hourly Monthly
9900/9890/01 20.6453 0
9900/9890/02 21.6821 0
9900/9890/03 22.7603 0
9900/9890/04 23.9007 0
9900/9890/05 25.0965 0
9900/9890/06 26.3513 0
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Salary Table By Bargaining Unit
9190 MAINTENANCE TECH I - TEMPORARY
Index Key Value Hourly Monthly
9900/9190/01 20.0014 0
9900/9190/02 20.5046 0
9900/9190/03 21.0209 0
9900/9190/04 21.5503 0
9900/9190/05 22.0930 0
9191 MAINTENANCE TECH II -TEMPORARY
Index Key Value Hourly Monthly
9900/9191/01 22.5099 0
9900/9191/02 23.0727 0
9900/9191/03 23.6495 0
9900/9191/04 24.2408 0
9900/9191/05 24.8468 0
9192 MAINTENANCE TECH III - TEMP
Index Key Value Hourly Monthly
9900/9192/01 25.9946 0
9900/9192/02 27.2943 0
9900/9192/03 28.6590 0
9900/9192/04 30.0920 0
9900/9192/05 31.5966 0
9193 MAINTENANCE TECH IV - TEMP
Index Key Value Hourly Monthly
9900/9193/01 28.6027 0
9900/9193/02 30.0341 0
9900/9193/03 31.5313 0
9900/9193/04 33.1072 0
9900/9193/05 34.7619 0
9195 MAINTENANCE TECH LEAD - TEMP
Index Key Value Hourly Monthly
9900/9195/01 34.7619 0
9900/9195/02 36.4954 0
9900/9195/03 38.3208 0
9900/9195/04 40.2381 0
9900/9195/05 42.2474 0
9194 MAINTENANCE TECH V - TEMP
Index Key Value Hourly Monthly
9900/9194/01 31.5313 0
9900/9194/02 33.1072 0
9900/9194/03 34.7619 0
9900/9194/04 36.4954 0
9900/9194/05 38.3208 0
9945 MANAGEMENT ANALYST
Index Key Value Hourly Monthly
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Salary Table By Bargaining Unit
9900/9945/01 25.9866 0
9900/9945/02 27.2881 0
9900/9945/03 28.6539 0
9900/9945/04 30.0841 0
9900/9945/05 31.5858 0
9900/9945/06 33.1650 0
9680 PARALEGAL - TEMP
Index Key Value Hourly Monthly
9900/9680/01 29.7060 0
9900/9680/02 31.1913 0
9900/9680/03 32.7507 0
9900/9680/04 34.3878 0
9900/9680/05 36.1075 0
9967 REC COORD TEMP
Index Key Value Hourly Monthly
9900/9967/01 18.7895 0
9900/9967/02 19.7290 0
9900/9967/03 20.7154 0
9900/9967/04 21.7512 0
9900/9967/05 22.8388 0
9900/9967/06 23.9807 0
9934 RESERVE ANNUITANT PERSABLE
Index Key Value Hourly Monthly
9900/9956/01 50.3571 0
9931 RESERVE OFFICER #1
Index Key Value Hourly Monthly
9900/9931/01 41.2889 0
9933 RESERVE OFFICER #2
Index Key Value Hourly Monthly
9900/9933/01 33.5246 0
9925 RESERVE OFFICER ANNUITANT
Index Key Value Hourly Monthly
9900/9925/01 50.3571 0
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Agenda Item Executive Summary
Joe Irvin, City Manager
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Meeting Date: June 18, 2024
Agenda Item #:14
Agenda Item: Defensible Space Ordinance (Second Reading) Executive Summary: City Council will consider a proposed ordinance to define and create a mechanism to enforce defensible space requirements. The defensible space requirements are established through California Public Resource Code 4291 as minimum requirements for residents living in any mountainous area of which all South Lake Tahoe is. Enforcement will include a mechanism for warning, citing and eventually abating individual's lots who remain out of compliance with minimum standards. South Lake Tahoe is a community in the wildland urban interface that requires property owners to provide 100 feet of defensible space or to their property line, whichever is closer. In some cases, it can also require the owner of a neighboring lot to mitigate fuels if their property is within 100 feet of a structure. City Council has adopted the California Board of Forestry's Fire Severity Map which designates most of the city as being a "Very High" fire hazard zone further enforcing PRC 4392 requirements. Adoption of this ordinance gives the Fire Chief or his/her designee the ability to enforce defensible space requirements. The First Reading of this ordinance was presented to Council on June 4th, 2024. The Council voted 4-0 in favor of the ordinance. Councilmember Friedrich was absent.

Requested Action / Suggested Motions: Pass an Ordinance to Establish a Hazardous Vegetation and Combustible Material Abatement Program, and Similar Vegetation Management and Defensible Space Requirements.

Responsible Staff Member: Kim George, Fire Marshal and Jim Drennan, Fire Chief Reviewed and Approved By: Susan Blankenship, City Clerk Olga Tikhomirova, Director of Finance Heather Stroud, City Attorney
Attachments:
01-Staff Report-Second Reading.docx
02-Ordinance.docx
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City of South Lake Tahoe
Report to City Council
Meeting Date: June 18, 2024
Title: Ordinance to Establish a Hazardous Vegetation and Combustible Material Abatement Program, and Similar Vegetation Management and Defensible Space Requirements (Second Reading)
Location: Citywide
Responsible Staff Member: Kim George, Fire Marshal
Background: Catastrophic wildfires pose an urgent threat to lives, properties, and resources in California. Climate change, an epidemic of dead and dying trees, a century of fire exclusion, and the proliferation of new homes in the wildland-urban interface magnify this threat and place substantially more people and property at risk than in preceding decades. Due to these circumstances as well as our experiences here locally with the Caldor Fire, the Tamarack Fire, the Emerald Fire as well as the Angora Fire, South Lake Tahoe Fire Rescue is proposing to add additional defensible space requirements to the City Code to comport with updated California and El Dorado County guidelines and recommendations.

Issue and Discussion: Sections 51182 and 51189 of the Government Code, Section 4291 of the Public Resources Code, and AB 3074 outline defensible space requirements for mountainous areas of California. South Lake Tahoe is predominantly designated with the Cal Fire Hazard Severity Map as Very High which also requires defensible space minimums. This ordinance adopts these requirements, including in part, those set forth in AB 3074 which will potentially require Zone 0 by the end of 2024. Zone 0 would require homeowners to maintain a space within 5 feet of the structure which has no vegetation or material that would propagate fire.

Financial Implications: There is no direct financial implication to the city associated with this ordinance.

Environmental Considerations: This Ordinance is exempt from review under the California Environmental Quality Act (CEQA) under CEQA Guidelines 15301(h) (maintenance of existing landscaping and native growth) and 15304(i) (fuels management activities within 100 feet of structures to reduce the volume of flammable vegetation where the public agency having the fire protection responsibility has determined that 100 feet of fuel clearance is required due to extra hazardous fire conditions).

Policy Implications: The proposed ordinance is designed to both protect the health and safety of persons and property in the city as well as require fire hardening measures to mitigate increasing homeowners insurance rates city-wide.
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Ordinance 2024-XXX
Adopted by the City of South Lake Tahoe
City Council
June 18, 2024
An Ordinance Amending the South Lake Tahoe City Code to Add Chapter 5.30 (Hazardous Vegetation and Defensible Space) to Establish a Hazardous Vegetation and Combustible Material Abatement Program and Vegetation Management and Defensible Space Requirements

FINDINGS
A. As part of the ongoing effort to establish a hazardous vegetation and combustible material abatement program in City of South Lake Tahoe and in accordance with applicable law, the Fire Chief has recommended abatement of the growth and/or accumulation of weeds, grasses, shrubs, dormant brush, slash, tree limbs, hazardous vegetation and combustible materials on all improved parcels and designated unimproved parcels within the city and maintenance of those parcels to prevent vegetation from growing back.

B. In furtherance of the ongoing effort to establish a hazardous vegetation and combustible material abatement program, the city also requires vegetation management and defensible space requirements as set forth herein.

C. The City Council finds and declares that the uncontrolled growth and/or accumulation of weeds, grasses, hazardous vegetation and combustible materials or obstructions on sidewalks, streets, and on lands or lots within the city is dangerous or injurious to neighboring property and the health, safety, and welfare of residents of the city. Such growth and accumulation constitute a public nuisance in that it creates fire hazards, reduces the value of private property, promotes blight and deterioration, invites plundering, constitutes an unattractive nuisance and creates a hazard to the health, safety, and general welfare of the public.

D. It is the intent of the City Council that this chapter shall apply to the abatement of the growth and/or accumulation of weeds, grasses, shrubs, dormant brush, slash, tree limbs, hazardous vegetation and combustible materials on all improved parcels and designated unimproved parcels within the city and maintenance of those parcels to prevent vegetation from growing back. 511
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E. All parcels in the city have been identified and designated as being within either a State Responsibility Area (SRA) or Local Responsibility Area (LRA) Moderate, High or Very High Fire Hazard Severity Zone by the California Department of Forestry and Fire Protection (CAL FIRE) in accordance with the most current edition of the Fire and Resource Assessment Program (FRAP) Map. The City is located in a mountainous region of Northern California. The City is an established community that intermingles with the natural environment which is at significant risk of a catastrophic wildfire.

F. Catastrophic wildfire events pose a serious threat to the preservation of public peace, health and safety within any wildland urban interface and intermix communities. The proper implementation and enforcement of hazardous fuel regulations and landscaping requirements have been proven to reduce the impact from destructive wildfires through the mitigation of hazardous fuel conditions around homes and roadways.

G. Wildfires with extreme fire behavior are occurring more often and growing larger. Eighteen of the 20 most destructive wildland fires in the State of California have occurred between 2002-2022. The city in particular has a history of destructive wildfires. These include the 2002 Gondola Fire, 2007 Angora Fire, 2016 Emerald Fire and the 2021 Caldor Fire, which all threatened the city. Climate change stressors, such as increased average air temperature, precipitation variability, reduced snowpack, drought, and tree mortality, will lead to an increased frequency of large wildfires that will create adverse impacts on the city.

H. Of paramount importance to the City and the residents of the City is the protection of lives and property from the threat of fire and the safety of fire and law enforcement personnel during wildfires.

I. During periods of drought and declared “fire seasons” the City generally has a dry, arid climate conducive to wildfires. Many of the City’s native and non-native plant species can be highly combustible during both drought and normal dry periods that have contributed to significant wildfires.

J. The City has difficult topography, terrain, and weather conditions that exacerbate the fire danger and that can create significant challenges for firefighters attempting to suppress wildfires. Many communities and individual residential, commercial, and industrial structures in the city are located in areas 512
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that are at significant risk from wildfires due to their close proximity to steep topographical conditions that allow for rapid fire spread that can overwhelm the available firefighting resources in the City.

K. It is the purpose of this chapter to establish a hazardous vegetation and combustible material abatement program that protects the lives and property of the residents of the City.

L. It is the City Council's intent to make a fire safe community, thus giving residents better opportunities for affordable fire insurance.

M. California Public Resource Code section 4291 and Government Code section 51182 both establish that a minimum defensible space clearance of no less than 100 feet is required around structures to protect them from the threat of a wildfire. Due to the city’s steep terrain, weather conditions, age of the structure, limited roadways to allow concurrent emergency vehicle access and public evacuation, limited water supply for fire protection, and hazardous vegetation present within the community and individual properties, the City Council finds that additional clearance beyond 100 feet may be required, on a case by case basis, around structures to significantly reduce the risk of transmission of flame or heat sufficient to ignite the structure where extra hazardous fire conditions exist. No other feasible mitigation measures to reduce the risk of ignition or spread of wildfire to the structure is present as many of these structures are existing and no other practical measures would adequately reduce this risk.

N. The City has the legal authority to adopt the provisions contained in this chapter as specified below:
a. California Fire Code (CFC) Title 24, Part 9, Chapter 3, section 304.1.2, and Chapter 49 (Requirements for Wildland-Urban Interface Fire Areas), as locally adopted with amendments, provides minimum standards to increase the ability of a structure to resist the intrusion of flame or burning embers.
b. California Code of Regulations Title 14, Division 1.5, Chapter 7, Subchapter 3, section 1299, and California Code of Regulations Title 19 section 3.07.
c. California Public Resources Code section 4291 and California Government Code section 51182, as amended, requires a person or entity that owns, leases, controls, operates, or maintains a building or structure in, upon, or adjoining a mountainous area, forest-covered lands, brush-covered lands, grass covered lands, or land that is covered 513
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with flammable material, to maintain defensible space of 100 feet from each side and from the front and rear of the structure, and which provides for required fuel modification so as to ensure that a wildfire burning under average weather conditions would be unlikely to ignite the structure on the property.
d. California Government Code section 39501 et seq provides that the city may compel the person or entity that owns, leases, occupies a building, ground or lot to remove weeds from buildings or grounds and adjacent sidewalks. If the person compelled by the city defaults, after notice prescribed by the city, it may authorize the removal or destruction of the weeds at that person’s expense by a city officer. The city may prescribe a procedure for the removal or destruction and make the expense a lien upon the buildings or grounds.
e. California Civil Code section 1102.19, provides that on and after July 1, 2021, a seller of a real property in the city, and subject to this chapter, and that is located in a high or very high fire hazard severity zone, shall provide to the buyer documentation stating that the property is in compliance with Section 4291 of the California Public Resources Code or local vegetation management ordinances prior to the close of escrow.

The seller shall also provide the buyer information on the local agency from which a copy of that documentation may be obtained prior to the close of escrow.

Now, therefore, the City Council of the City of South Lake Tahoe does ordain as follows:

SECTION 1. Chapter 5.30 is hereby added to the South Lake Tahoe City Code to read as follows:

CHAPTER 5.30. HAZARDOUS VEGETATION AND DEFENSIBLE SPACE This chapter shall be known as the Hazardous Vegetation and Defensible Space Ordinance. The purpose of this chapter is to provide for the removal of hazardous vegetation and combustible materials situated in the incorporated areas of the city so as to reduce the potential for fire and to promote the safety and welfare of the community.

Section. 5.30.010. Conflict of Ordinances.

A. The operation of this chapter shall in no way change or diminish the application of other sections in this code dealing with like or similar matters. 514
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B. In any case where a provision of this or any other chapter is found to be in conflict with a provision of any zoning, building, fire safety, or health ordinance or any other section of the code, including fines, the provision which establishes the higher standard for the promotion and protection of the health and safety of the people shall prevail.

C. It is not intended by this chapter to repeal, abrogate, annul, or in any way impair or interfere with existing provisions of other laws or ordinances or with private restrictions placed upon property by covenant, deed, or other private agreement.

Section. 5.30.020. Definitions.

For the purposes of this chapter, the following words and phrases shall have the meanings ascribed to them by this section.
“Abate” or “abatement” shall mean an act used to remove, destroy, eliminate, seize, impound, or any action taken to mitigate a public nuisance. “Abatement costs” means the cost of staff time based on weighted salary consisting of base pay plus benefits; actual cost of mobilization, removal, disposal, of waste, weeds, grasses, hazardous vegetation and combustible materials, and actual cost to repair or abate hazardous conditions.
“Accumulation of weeds, grasses, hazardous vegetation, and combustible materials” means allowing the growth or accumulation of weeds, grasses, hazardous vegetation and/or the accumulation of combustible materials as defined below. “At risk population facilities” means pre-schools, public and private primary and secondary schools, before and after school care centers with 12 or more students, daycare centers with 12 or more children, group homes, and assisted living residential or congregate care facilities with 12 or more residents.
“Biomass” shall mean all green waste material generated during a fuel treatment project.

Biomass includes, without limitation, all grass, weeds, vegetation, and tree trimmings. “City emphasis area” means an area designated by the city for focused, proactive inspections.
“Combustible material” means the accumulation of garbage, rubbish, waste, or material of any kind other than hazardous vegetation that is flammable and endangers the public safety by creating a fire hazard.
“Critical infrastructure” means a use or facility classified within one or more of the following categories: (1) essential services facilities, (2) at-risk populations facilities, (3) hazardous materials and solid waste facilities.
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“Defensible space” means the buffer that responsible person(s) is(are) required to create on their property between a structure and the plants, brush and trees or other items surrounding the structure that could ignite in the event of a fire. “Enforcement official” means the Fire Chief of South Lake Tahoe Fire Rescue. “Essential services facilities” means public safety, emergency response, emergency medical, designated emergency shelters, communications, public utility plant facilities and equipment, and government operations facilities.
“Fire chief” means the Fire Chief of South Lake Tahoe Fire Rescue. “Fire hazard” shall mean any condition, arrangement, act, or omission which:

1. Increases, or may cause an increase of hazard or menace of fire to a greater degree than that customarily recognized as normal by persons in the public service regularly engaged in preventing, suppressing, or extinguishing fire; or

2. May obstruct, delay, hinder, or interfere with the operations of a fire department or the egress of occupants in the event of fire.
“Garbage” includes, but is not limited to, the following: Waste resulting from the handling of edible foodstuffs or resulting from decay, and solid or semisolid putrescible waste, and all other mixed, non-recyclable wastes which are generated in the day-to-day operation of any business, residential, governmental, public, or private activity, and may include paper, plastic, or other synthetic material, food, or beverage containers. “Hardwood” generally indicates trees which have broad leaves—deciduous trees (such as oak, alder, dogwood, and madrone).
“Hazardous materials and solid waste facilities” means any facility that could, if adversely impacted, release hazardous materials or waste in sufficient amounts during a hazard event that would create harm to people, the environment and property. “Hazardous vegetation” shall mean any vegetation that is combustible and endangers the public safety by creating a fire hazard. Hazardous vegetation includes material that in its natural state will readily ignite, burn, and transmit fire from native or landscape plants to any structure or other vegetation. Hazardous vegetation includes, but is not limited to, dry grass and leaves, brush, weeds, green waste, dead or dying trees, low-hanging branches, litter, or other flammable vegetation that create a fire hazard. Hazardous vegetation shall not include a commercial agricultural crop that is being actively grown and managed by a responsible person.
“Improved parcel” means a portion of land of any size, the area of which is determined by the Assessor's maps and records and may be identified by an Assessor's parcel number upon which a structure is located.
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“Ladder fuels” means fuels that can carry a fire vertically between or within combustible material or hazardous vegetation.
“Outbuilding” means a building that is less than 120 square feet in size and not used for human habitation. For purposes of this chapter, an outbuilding is not a structure. “Responsible person(s)” means an owner, tenant, occupant, lessor, manager, licensee, political subdivision, local government agency or other person having control over a structure or parcel of land or, to the fullest extent allowed by law, the parent or legal guardian of any person under 18 years who have done any act for which a penalty may be imposed under this chapter, or any other person required to comply with the provisions of the code and, any other lien holder, secured party, or other person who has properly recorded a security interest or other appropriate document evidencing an interest in the property, which has been recorded in the official records of the county of El Dorado.
“Rubbish” includes, but is not limited to, non-putrescible wastes, such as paper, cardboard, grass clippings, tree, or shrub trimmings, leaves and needles, wood chips used in landscaping or within five feet of a structure, bedding, crockery, rubber tires, construction waste and similar waste materials.
“Slash” means the woody debris remaining on the ground after fuels management work:

Slash including but not limited to treetops, branches, bark, chunks, cull logs, uprooted stumps, and uprooted trees.
“Softwood” means the wood from a conifer (such as pine, cedar, fir, or spruce) as distinguished from that of broadleaved trees.
“Structure” means buildings which qualify for occupancy classification and use designation per the city building code.
“Unimproved parcel” means land of any size, the area of which is determined by the Assessor's maps and records and may be identified by an Assessor's parcel number upon which no structure is located.
“Vegetation” means plants considered collectively, especially those found in a particular area or habitat. For the purposes of this chapter any tree less than six inches in diameter is considered vegetation.
“Waste” means all putrescible and non-putrescible solid, semi-solid, and liquid wastes, including residential, commercial, and municipal garbage, trash, refuse, paper, rubbish, ashes, industrial wastes, construction, and demolition debris, discarded home and industrial appliances, manure, vegetable or animal solid and semi-solid wastes, and other discarded solid wastes and semisolid wastes.
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“Weeds” include any of the following:

1. Weeds which bear seeds of a downy or wingy nature.

2. Weeds and grasses which attain such growth as to become, when dry, a fire menace to adjacent improved parcel.

3. Poison oak and poison ivy when the conditions of growth are such as to constitute a menace to the public health.

4. Dry grass, stubble, brush, or other flammable vegetation which endangers the public safety by creating a fire hazard.

5. Vegetation that is not pruned or is otherwise neglected so as to attain such large growth as to become, when dry, a fire menace to adjacent property. “Wildfire risk area” refers to lands that are covered with grass, grain, brush, or forest, whether privately or publicly owned, which is so situated or is of such inaccessible location that a fire originating upon it would present an abnormally difficult job of suppression or would result in great or unusual damage through fire or such areas designated by the enforcement official.

Section. 5.30.030. Prohibited Conduct.

A responsible person shall not dump, nor permit the dumping of weeds, grasses, hazardous vegetation, refuse, or other combustible material, nor shall a responsible person permit the accumulation of weeds, grasses, hazardous vegetation, refuse, or other combustible material on that responsible person's property or on any other property so as to constitute a fire hazard.

Section. 5.30.040. Duty to Remove and Abate Hazardous Vegetation and Combustible Material.

A. Prior to the close of any real estate transaction subject to Civil Code section 1102.19 within the city, the seller of any real property shall obtain a defensible space inspection report from an enforcement official that the property is in compliance with this chapter and provide that report to the buyer at or before the close of escrow. If the property inspected is found not in compliance with this chapter the responsible person(s) will need to perform the necessary wildfire protection measures as specified within the inspection report and have the property inspected again prior to escrow or the buyer shall agree to achieve compliance within 120 days as specified in this chapter. If an enforcement official is unable to provide a defensible space inspection report at the time of escrow, the buyer shall request a report from an enforcement official stating the property is in compliance with this chapter within 120 days after the close of escrow, unless otherwise approved by the enforcement official. Nothing in this 518
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subsection, including the existence of an agreement between a buyer and a seller, shall limit the ability of the enforcement official to enforce the provisions of this chapter.

B. All persons who own, lease, control, operate or maintain any improved parcel(s), shall comply with the following requirements:

1. Maintain defensible space as described in California Code of Regulations title 14, division 1.5, chapter 7, subchapter 3, section 1299.03, as amended, and as otherwise described by this chapter, which is adjacent to each side of a building or structure, but not beyond the property line except as provided in this chapter, and must be cleared of hazardous vegetation, or combustible material, as set forth in this chapter.

2. Consistent with hazardous vegetation and defensible space treatment objectives, steps should be taken to minimize erosion by maintaining a noncombustible perimeter around any structure in accordance with the following requirements:
a. Combustible materials, including woody vegetation, wooden borders for infiltration systems, or stored flammable items such as firewood and lumber, shall not be permitted near any structure, attached deck, stairs, and the area under any attached deck and stair landing in accordance with the distance requirements set forth in California Code of Regulations title 14, division 1.5, chapter 7, subchapter 3, section 1299.03; Government Code sections 51182, 51186, and 51189; and Public Resources Code section 4291.
b. All organic materials, such as pine needles and woody vegetation, shall be routinely removed near any structure, attached deck, stairs, and the area under any attached deck and stair landing in accordance with the distance requirements set forth in California Code of Regulations title 14, division 1.5, chapter 7, subchapter 3, section 1299.03; Government Code sections 51182, 51186, and 51189; and Public Resources Code section 4291.
c. Use rock or non-combustible mulch or well irrigated herbaceous vegetation to stabilize the soil within 5 feet of any structure, attached deck, stairs, and the area under any attached deck and stair landing. d. Mature trees are permitted.

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sufficient to ignite the structure, and there is no other feasible mitigation measure possible to reduce the risk of ignition or spread of wildfire to the structure.

4. The responsible person(s) who perform hazardous vegetation management activities that remove or dispose of vegetation is required to comply with all federal, state, or local environmental protection laws and obtain permits when necessary. Environmental protection laws include, but are not limited to, threatened and endangered species, water quality, air quality, and cultural/archeological resources.

5. When a structure is less than 100 feet from a property line and hazardous vegetation on an adjacent parcel presents a fire hazard for the structure the responsible person of the parcel where the fire hazard exists shall be responsible for removing the fire hazard in that area on that responsible person’s land when it is within 100 feet of the structure. The determination for appropriate clearance distances will be made based upon a visual inspection of the parcel and shall consider all factors that place the property or structure(s) at risk from an approaching fire. These factors shall include local weather conditions, fuel type(s), topography, and the environment where the property or structure(s) is located.

6. The enforcement official may designate improved parcels and unimproved parcels adjacent to all roads and driveways as necessary for the safe ingress and egress to the area served by the road or emergency vehicle access and assess the current condition of fuels on the parcel as a fire hazard which must be treated or abated. Once such designation is made, the responsible person shall within a reasonable time ensure that such parcels comply with the following:
a. All vegetation along roads and driveways shall be maintained to an unobstructed vertical clearance height of no less than 15 feet to allow for the passage of emergency vehicles.
b. All ladder fuels shall be cleared to a minimum width of a ten feet wide strip of land beyond the road or driveway. Additional clearance width beyond ten feet may be required by the enforcement official when documented information shows that the clearance is necessary to significantly reduce the risk of transmission of flame or heat that can obstruct the road or driveway.

C. Critical Infrastructure sites shall comply with the following requirements:

1. Essential service and at-risk population structures and accessory buildings 120 square feet in size or larger that support the operations of the facility shall comply with this chapter.
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2. Individual aboveground LP-gas and flammable liquid storage tanks greater than 2,000 gallons water capacity shall comply with the following defensible space clearance requirements:
a. A minimum 50 foot clearance on all sides of the tank when the capacity is between 2,001 and 30,000 gallons.
b. A minimum 75 foot clearance on all sides of the tank when the capacity is between 30,001 and 70,000 gallons.
c. A minimum 100 foot clearance on all sides of the tank when the capacity exceeds 70,000 gallons.
d. Regardless of capacity storage tanks shall have ten feet of clearance to bare mineral soil, or other approved non-combustible surface, and no hazardous vegetation underneath and around the immediate exterior of the tank.
e. Storage tanks shall comply with the defensible space requirements described in this chapter between ten feet and 100 feet of the tank exterior.

3. Lumber yards, agro-industrial, solid waste and woodworking facilities subject to the requirements found in California Fire Code chapter 28 shall comply with the following defensible space clearance requirements:
a. The storage of wood chips, hogged materials, fines, compost, solid biomass, feedstock and waste, agro-industrial and recycle facilities, with individual storage piles greater than 2,500 cubic feet in size, shall comply with the defensible space requirements found in this chapter.

Storage piles shall be separated a minimum of 30 feet.
b. Cold decks of unfinished logs, and exterior finished lumber storage areas, greater than 8,333 cubic feet in size, shall comply with the defensible space clearance requirements found in this chapter when they are in use for greater than 180 calendar days. Storage piles shall be separated a minimum of 100 feet.

4. Free standing photovoltaic systems and equipment shall comply with the defensible space clearance requirements:
a. A minimum ten foot clearance to bare mineral soil, or other approved non-combustible surface, for clusters of panels not exceeding 1,500 square feet of combined panel area.
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b. A minimum 30 foot clearance to bare mineral soil, or other approved non-combustible surface, for clusters of panels greater than 1,500 square feet of combined panel area.
c. Clusters shall be separated a minimum of 20 feet.

5. Telecommunication facilities determined by the enforcement official to serve as a critical infrastructure site during an emergency, shall comply with the following defensible space clearance requirements:
a. A minimum 30 foot clearance for telecommunication towers. b. A minimum 100 foot clearance as described in this chapter around accessory buildings 120 square feet in size or larger that support the operations of the facility.

6. Public and private water distribution system storage tanks and pumping facilities shall have a minimum 30 feet clearance from hazardous vegetation around and adjacent to such facilities as described in this chapter.

7. The minimum clearance requirements described in this section may be modified by the enforcement official when topographical, environmental, and hazardous vegetation conditions present on the parcel limit the ability of the responsible party to fully comply with this chapter.

8. For the purpose of applying this section the defensible space clearance requirements described do not extend beyond the property line when the responsible party does not own the adjoining parcel of land, except as set forth in section 5.30.040(B)(5).

Section. 5.30.050. Violation.

A. Any responsible person who violates a provision of this chapter or fails to comply therewith or with any of the requirements thereof, shall be subject to remedies available under this chapter and/or state law, including administrative citations under chapter 2.30 of this code. Whenever in this code any act or omission is made unlawful, it shall include causing, maintaining, permitting, aiding, abetting, suffering, or concealing the fact of such act or omission.

B. The imposition of any fines prescribed herein shall not preclude abatement of any violation enforced through this chapter by the enforcement official or institution of any other civil or criminal legal proceedings.

C. Nothing in this chapter shall be interpreted to preclude an enforcement official from informally encouraging compliance with this code or other applicable laws. 522
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Informal oral or written requests to encourage compliance are encouraged, as are attempts to informally negotiate or mediate issues relating to compliance.

Section. 5.30.060. Enforcement Officials.

The enforcement official shall have the authority and powers necessary to determine whether an administrative violation of the code exists and the authority to take appropriate action to gain compliance with the provisions of the code. The enforcement official shall further have authority to issue notices and orders, the power to inspect public and private property, recommend abatement, and use the administrative remedies that are available under the code.

Section. 5.30.070. Inspection.

An enforcement official, or personnel acting under their direction, may enter upon private or public property whenever necessary to enforce or administer the provisions of this chapter pursuant to an inspection warrant issued under Code of Civil Procedure section 1822.50 et seq or with consent of a responsible person legally authorized to provide such consent.

Section. 5.30.080. Enforcement Procedure.

A. Initial notice of duty to remove and abate waste, hazardous vegetation and combustible material.

1. The enforcement official may mail written notice to any owner citywide when inspection of the parcel reveals a violation of this chapter, or when a complaint alleging violation(s) of this chapter is received by the enforcement official. stating that all waste, hazardous vegetation and combustible material located on such parcel must be removed and or abated as specified in section 5.30.040 on or before the date specified in such notice.

B. Notice of Violation and Order to Correct.

1. The enforcement official may commence proceedings to enforce the provisions of this chapter when a violation is identified due to the failure of a responsible person for a parcel to remove and abate all waste, hazardous vegetation and combustible material as required pursuant to this chapter.

2. Enforcement proceedings are commenced by the mailing of a Notice of Violation and Order to Correct in the manner prescribed as follows: The enforcement official shall mail the Notice of Violation and Order to Correct to each owner of the parcel as determined based on the last equalized assessment roll available on the date of mailing of the hazard abatement 523
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notice, to which the violation pertains. Notification may also be accomplished by posting the Notice of Violation and Order to Correct on the property if the owner's mailing address is not available or not current.

3. The contents of the Notice of Violation and Order to Correct shall include the following:
a. A description of the property by reference to the Assessor's parcel number as used in the records of the County Assessor, and by reference to the common name of a street or road upon which the property abuts, if the property abuts upon a road or street; b. A statement that there are hazardous vegetation, combustible materials, or other fire hazard condition upon the property that must be abated;
c. A request that such hazardous vegetation, and/or combustible materials be removed or abated by the date specified in the notice, which shall be no less than 15 calendar days following the mailing or posting of the notice;
d. A statement that if such hazardous vegetation, and/or combustible materials are not removed or abated by the property owner by the specified date that such materials may be removed under authority of the city, and the costs of such removal and abatement may be made a legal charge against the owner or owners of the property, a lien imposed on and recorded against the property in the amount of such costs, and such costs referred to the County Auditor for collection together with property taxes on such property pursuant to the provisions of Government Code section 39501 through 39588; e. A statement referencing the right of the property owner to appeal the issuance of the notice pursuant to section 5.30.100 herein; f. With respect to notices which are posted, a title which reads "Notice of Violation and Order to Correct to Remove Weeds, Grass, Hazardous Vegetation, Waste and/or Other Combustible
Materials," the letters of the foregoing title to be not less than one inch in height;
g. Notices which are posted shall be conspicuously posted in front of the property, or if the property has no frontage upon a road or street, then upon a portion of the property nearest to a road or a street most likely to give actual notice to the owner. Notices shall be posted not more than 100 feet in distance apart upon property with 524
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more than 200 feet of frontage, and at least one notice shall be posted on each parcel with 200 or less feet of frontage; h. Such notice also will be sent by certified mail to the property owner of such parcel as her or his name appears on the last equalized assessment roll and to the address shown on such assessment roll.

Section 5.30.090. Service of Notices.

Whenever a notice is required to be given under this chapter and unless specifically provided otherwise, it shall be served pursuant to the process set out in chapter

4.40.080, et seq.

Section 5.30.100. Appeals Procedure.

Any person or entity who is adversely affected by the Notice of Violation and Order to Correct specified in section 5.30.080 may appeal such notice to the enforcement official within 20 calendar days of the postmark on the hazard abatement notice by filing a written appeal with the enforcement official. Timely appeal shall stay any further action for removal or abatement until the date set for hearing, unless the weeds, hazardous vegetation, waste, or combustible material at issue presents an imminent fire hazard within 100 feet of any structure. The enforcement official shall set the matter for hearing before a hearing officer. The enforcement official shall notify the appellant by certified mail of the date and time set for such hearing, at least 15 days prior to said date. If the appellant resides outside the city, such notice of hearing shall be mailed to the appellant at least 20 days prior to the date set for the hearing. The hearing shall be conducted in accordance with the procedures set forth in section 4.40.090, et seq. of this code.

Section. 5.30.110. Penalty – Infraction.

A. Notwithstanding the provisions of any other section of this code, violation of any of the provisions of this chapter, or failure to comply with any of the regulatory requirements of this chapter, is an infraction.

B. Payment of the fine shall not excuse the failure to correct the violation nor shall it bar further enforcement action by the city.

Section. 5.30.120. Seasonal Designation or Reoccurring Public Nuisance.

In the case of a parcel containing a fire hazard where it has been necessary for the city to abate the nuisance in two consecutive years, and the fire hazard is seasonal or recurring, the city declares such a parcel to be a seasonal public nuisance. As to such parcels constituting a seasonal public nuisance, the enforcement official, or her/his designee may mail notice to the responsible person(s) of the property at the address that appears upon the current assessment roll. If the nuisance is not abated by the 525
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responsible person(s) within the time specified, the city may proceed to abate the property and recover costs for doing so.

Section. 5.30.130. Abatement and Summary Abatement
Any condition caused, maintained, or permitted to exist in violation of any provisions of this code may be abated by the city pursuant to the procedures set forth in chapter 4.40 of the code.

SECTION 3: The City Council finds that this Ordinance is exempt from review under the California Environmental Quality Act (CEQA) under CEQA Guidelines 15301(h) (maintenance of existing landscaping and native growth) and 15304(i) (fuels management activities within 100 feet of structures to reduce the volume of flammable vegetation where the public agency having the fire protection responsibility has determined that 100 feet of fuel clearance is required due to extra hazardous fire conditions).

SECTION 4. The City Clerk is directed to certify this Ordinance and cause it to be published in the manner required by law.

SECTION 5. This Ordinance shall become effective 30 days following its adoption.

Adopted by the City of South Lake Tahoe City Council on June 18, 2024 by the following vote:

Yes:

No:

Abstain:

Absent:
________________________ Date:_________
Mayor
Attest:
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Susan Blankenship, City Clerk
First Reading:

Published:

Second Reading:

Effective:

The presence of electronic signature certifies that the foregoing is a true and correct copy as approved by the South Lake Tahoe City Council. 527
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City of South Lake Tahoe
Agenda Item Executive Summary
Joe Irvin, City Manager
__________________________________
Meeting Date: June 18, 2024
Agenda Item #:15
Agenda Item: Direct Charge for Mello-Roos Special Tax for Community Facilities District No. 1995-1 for Fiscal Year 2024-2025
Executive Summary: In 1995, the City Council created Community Facilities District (CFD) No 1995-1 to fund public facilities related to the first redevelopment project at Ski Run Boulevard and Highway 50.

Timeshare owners are not required to pay Transient Occupancy Tax when they use their interval time.

To address this shortfall, the City established a Community Facilities District comprised solely of the Embassy Vacation Resort (EVR), currently called the Hilton Vacation Club Lake Tahoe Resort South, and its timeshare owners. Property owners within the District, which are the timeshare owners, must pay an annual Mello-Roos assessment with their property tax to the County. The revenue was used to fund public improvements that benefit the assessed property.

Requested Action / Suggested Motions: Pass a Resolution authorizing certification of direct charge for Mello-Roos Special Tax for Community Facilities District No. 1995-1 for Fiscal Year 2024-2025.

Responsible Staff Member: Olga Tikhomirova, Director of Finance Reviewed and Approved By: Susan Blankenship, City Clerk Heather Stroud, City Attorney Attachments:
01-Staff Report 1995-1 CFD for FY2425.docx
02-Resolution 1995-1 CFD for FY2425.docx
03-FY2425 SLT CFD 1995-1 Preliminary Roll.pdf
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City of South Lake Tahoe
Report to City Council
Meeting Date: June 18, 2024
Title: FY 2024-2025 Direct Charge for Mello-Roos Special Tax for Community Facilities District No. 1995-1
Location: Citywide
Responsible Staff Member: Olga Tikhomirova, Director of Finance (530) 542-7431 Background: In 1995, the City Council created Community Facilities District (CFD) No 1995-1 to fund public facilities related to the first redevelopment project at Ski Run Boulevard and Highway 50. Timeshare owners are not required to pay TOT when they use their interval time. To address this shortfall, the City established a Community Facilities District comprised solely of the Embassy Vacation Resort (EVR), currently called the Lake Tahoe Vacation Resort by Diamond Resorts, and its timeshare owners.

Property owners within the District, which are the timeshare owners, must pay an annual Mello-Roos assessment with their property tax to the County. The revenue was used to fund public improvements that benefit the assessed property.

Issue and Discussion: Each year the City Council is required to certify to El Dorado County the amount of the CFD 1995-1 Mello-Roos assessment to be included on the property tax rolls. This annual certification is in accordance with established City policy and State law. The revenue from the Mello-Roos assessment is included in the annual budget for payment of redevelopment debt and maintenance of services provided through the General Fund.

There are three components to the assessment each year. First, the Facilities Special Tax is collected to pay for the public improvements installed. It is a fixed rate of $43.00 per year. Second, the Basic Services Special Tax Part (i) is collected to fulfill developer obligations under the Disposition and Development Agreement and it is a fixed rate of $1.50 per year.

The third component is the Basic Services Special Tax Part (ii), which is used to pay for maintenance of the improvements and for the provisions of General Fund services to the property. This assessment increases each year in accordance with the Consumer Price Index (CPI).

Financial Implications: Last year the assessment for Basic Services Special Tax Part (ii) was $7.10 per owner, this year it will increase to $7.36. The rate stated for Basic Services Special Tax Part (ii) has increased by 3.67% based on the annual percentage change for the previous year in the San Francisco, Oakland, Hayward, California Consumer Price Index.
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The total special assessment levy for CFD 1995-1 for fiscal year 2024-2025 will be approximately $273,035.

Environmental Considerations: This action is categorically exempt from review under the California Environmental Quality Act (CEQA) pursuant to CEQA Guidelines section 15301 (Existing Facilities).

Policy Implications: None.
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Resolution 2024-XXX
Adopted by the City of South Lake Tahoe
City Council
June 18, 2024
Authorizing Certification of FY 2024/2025 Direct Charge for Mello-Roos Special Tax Community Facilities District No. 1995-1

BACKGROUND
A. The City of South Lake Tahoe Community Facilities District No. 1995-1 authorizes the City of South Lake Tahoe to levy certain special taxes to pay for identified facilities and services, as set forth in “A Resolution of the City Council of the City of South Lake Tahoe of Formation of Community Facilities District and to Levy a Special Tax,” Resolution No. 1995-95.

B. The special taxes, fees, or assessments for Fiscal Year 2024/2025 need to be certified for placement on the Secured Property Tax Bills for El Dorado County, California.

C. In accordance with Community Facility District No. 1995-1, the maximum rate for Basic Services Special Tax Part (ii) has been increased by 3.67% based on the annual percentage change from the Consumer Price Index for the San Francisco-Oakland-Hayward, CA area.

BASED ON THE FACTS SET FORTH IN THE BACKGROUND, BE IT RESOLVED, that the City Council of the City of South Lake Tahoe:

1. Certifies the special taxes for CFD 1995-1 for FY 2024/2025 as follows:

Facilities Special $43.00
Basic Services Special Tax Part (i) $1.50
Basic Services Special Tax Part (ii) $7.36

2. Authorizes the Mayor of the City of South Lake Tahoe to execute the attached Annual Certification of Direct Charge for said CFD 1995-1 special tax for fiscal year 2024/2025.

Adopted by the City of South Lake Tahoe City Council on June 18, 2024 by the following vote:

Yes:

No:

Absent:

The District agrees to defend, indemnify and hold harmless the County, the Board of Supervisors, the Auditor-Controller, its officers and employees, from litigation over whether the requirements of Proposition 218 were met with respect to such special taxes, fees, or assessments.

If any judgement is entered against any indemnified party as a result of not meeting the requirements of Proposition 218 for such special taxes, fees, or assessments, the District agrees that the county may offset the amount of any judgement paid by an indemnified party from any monies collected by the County on the behalf of the District, including property taxes, special taxes, fees, or assessments. _______________________________________ _____________
Cody Bass, Mayor Date
City of South Lake Tahoe
2024/2025 Special Taxes, Fees, or Assessments to be Placed on the Secured Property Tax Bills:

Tax Class Description Amount
361 Mello-Roos, CFD #1995-1
Special Tax - Facilities $ 43.00
Basic Services Special Tax Part (i) $1.50
Basic Services Special Tax Part (ii) $7.36*
* The maximum rate for Basic Services Special Tax Part (ii) has been increased by 3.67% based on the annual percentage change from the Consumer Price Index for the San Francisco-Oakland-Hayward, CA area.

The presence of electronic signature certifies that the foregoing is a true and correct copy as approved by the South Lake Tahoe City Council.
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South Lake Tahoe City Council
June 18, 2024