10-1452 City Code Solid Waste Advisory Commission (110076792)0
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CITY OF MERIDIAN ORDINANCE NO. (O - 1'-I 5 ~
BY THE CITY COUNCIL: BIRD, HOAGLUN, ROUNTREE, ZAREMBA
AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY OF MERIDIAN PROVIDING FOR A NEW
CHAPTER OF TITLE 2 OF THE MERIDIAN CITY CODE, TO BE CHAPTER 6,
RELATING TO THE ESTABLISHMENT, DUTIES AND POWERS,
MEMBERSHIP, ORGANIZATION, AND MEETINGS OF THE SOLID WASTE
ADVISORY COMMISSION; AND PROVIDING AN EFFECTIVE DATE.
WHEREAS, the City Council of the City of Meridian, by the passage of
Ordinance No. 10-1450, on June 22, 2010, approved the establishment of a Solid Waste
Advisory Commission; and
WHEREAS, the City Council of the City of Meridian finds that setting forth the
provisions relating to the establishment, duties and powers, membership, organization,
and meetings of the Solid Waste Advisory Commission will promote the efficiency and
function of such Commission;
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT ORDAINED BY THE MAYOR AND CITY
COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF MERIDIAN, ADA COUNTY, IDAHO:
Section 1: That Title 2, Chapter 6 of the Meridian City Code shall read as
follows:
Chapter 6
SOLID WASTE ADVISORY COMMISSION
2-6-1: ESTABLISHMENT:
There is hereby established a Solid Waste Advisory Commission, the purpose of which
shall be to propose and recommend to the Mayor and the City Council any new or
amended rules, regulations, policies, and fees as such may relate to the orderly and
efficient administration of the City's fully-automated solid waste collection system.
2-6-2: DUTIES AND POWERS:
A. Advisory to City Council:. The Solid Waste Advisory Commission shall be deemed
advisory and shall report and make recommendations to the Mayor and City Council.
All actions of the Solid Waste Advisory Commission shall be subject to approval by
the Mayor and City Council by resolution and after such approval shall have the force
and effect of ordinance.
B. Annual Report: The Solid Waste Advisory Commission chairperson shall submit an
annual report to the Mayor and City Council regarding the Commission's activities
and accomplishments in the furtherance of the objectives of this Chapter.
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C. Commission Authority: The Solid Waste Advisory Commission shall be authorized
to:
1. Propose and recommend to the Mayor and the City Council any new or amended
rules, regulations, policies, and fees as such may relate to improving the orderly
and efficient administration of the City's fully-automated solid waste collection
system and voluntary co-mingled recycling program;
2. Propose new programs and projects designed to encourage, promote, and improve
the solid waste and recycling practices in the community, helping reduce the
amount of waste that ends up in the landfill;
3. Recommend ordinances for the purposes of ensuring that the fully-automated
solid waste collection system and voluntary co-mingled recycling program result
in a cleaner, safer community and allow for more cost-effective services;
4. Suggest and recommend such rules, regulations, policies, and fees necessary and
desirable to enhance the equitable distribution of the cost of solid waste collection
and disposal services in the community;
5. Assess the needs of the Meridian community with regard to the management of
solid waste and make such information available to the City Council and all
interested agencies and persons;
6. Propose plans, recommendations and suggestions for the future growth,
development and regulation of solid waste and recycling facilities and services of
the City;
7. Cooperate with the Federal, State, and local governments in the pursuance of the
objectives of this Chapter;
8. Study and report to City Council changes in economic conditions, industry
trends, and regulatory measures relating to the cost, operation and management of
the City's fully-automated solid waste management system and voluntary co-
mingled recycling program;
9. Receive, review, and act on solid waste management concerns or issues brought
forth by citizens of Meridian, with recommendations to be forwarded to the
Mayor and City Council;
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2-6-3: MEMBERSHIP:
A. Membership:
1. The Solid Waste Advisory Commission shall consist of a minimum of five (5)
members and not more than nine (9) members.
2. Members of the Solid Waste Advisory Commission shall be appointed by the
Mayor and approved by City Council on a vote of a majority of the City Council
members, and Commission members may, in like manner, be removed.
3. All members of the Solid Waste Advisory Commission and the officers thereof
shall serve without salary or compensation. The City shall provide the necessary
and suitable equipment and supplies to enable the Commission to properly
transact and attend to its business. A budget for Commission equipment and
supplies shall be provided for in the City budget and administered by the Solid
Waste Advisory Commission's designated City staff liaison.
B. Qualifications: All members of the Solid Waste Advisory Commission shall have a
demonstrated interest, competence, or knowledge in recycling and solid waste
management. Members of the Solid Waste Advisory Commission shall be selected from
the following groups: the Utilities Billing Manager or designee, the Director of the Public
Works Department or designee; the City Attorney or designee, and at least three (3), but
no more than five (5), Meridian citizens; one member of the Meridian City Council who
shall serve as a liaison and ex officio member of the Commission without voting rights;
and one member who represents the solid waste franchisee who shall serve as a liaison
and ex officio member of the Commission without voting rights. One position maybe
designated to represent youth, which Commission member maybe, at the time of
appointment, under eighteen (18) years of age.
C. Terms: Initial appointments to seats on the Commission shall be made as follows:
two 1-year terms; two 2-year terms; remaining seats shall be 3-year terms. All additional
and subsequent appointments shall be made for 3-year terms. The youth member shall
be appointed to a term of up to one (1) year from September 1 through August 31.
Commissioners wishing to serve additional terms must submit a letter of interest thirty
(30) days prior to the term's expiration. Reappointments shall be made at the discretion
of the Mayor, with confirmation by the City Council.
D. Vacancies: Vacancies shall be filled in the same manner as original appointments
and the appointee shall serve for the remainder of the unexpired term.
2-6-4: ORGANIZATION:
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A. Officers: At the first meeting of each calendar year, the members of the Solid Waste
Advisory Commission shall meet and organize by electing a chair, vice chair, and such
other officers as may be necessary. The Commission may request assistance from the
City Clerk.
B. Rules and Bylaws: The Solid Waste Advisory Commission shall adopt bylaws, rules
and regulations for the proper conduct of the business of the Commission. All
Commission bylaws, rules and regulations are subject to the approval of the Mayor and
City Council after recommendation by the Commission.
2-6-5: MEETINGS: The Solid Waste Advisory Commission shall convene regular
meetings at the Meridian City Hall, 33 East Broadway, Meridian, Idaho, at least
quarterly. At the first meeting of each calendar year, the Commission shall establish a
meeting schedule for the calendar year in which event the published schedule shall apply.
All meetings of the Commission shall be open to the public, and shall follow the
requirements of Idaho's open meeting laws. The Commission shall keep minutes and
other appropriate written records of its resolutions, proceedings, and actions. The
Commission shall allow and promote public participation in the meetings of the
Commission. Additional meetings of the Commission maybe scheduled as necessary to
carry out the business of the Commission.
~jel Section 2. That this Ordinance shall be in full force and effect beginning on the
23 day of Q,~,~~,u,,~ , 2010.
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PASSED by the City Council of the City of Meridian, Idaho, this ~~ day of
2010.
APPROVED by the Mayor of the City of Meridian, Idaho, this ~~ day of
2010.
APPROVED:
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NOTICE AND PUBLISHED SUMMARY
OF ORDINANCE PURSUANT TO I.C. § 50-901(A)
CITY OF MERIDIAN ORDINANCE NO. 10- i u5 a
AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY OF MERIDIAN PROVIDING FOR A NEW
CHAPTER OF TITLE 2 OF THE MERIDIAN CITY CODE, TO BE CHAPTER 6,
RELATING TO THE ESTABLISHMENT, DUTIES AND POWERS, MEMBERSHIP,
ORGANIZATION, AND MEETINGS OF THE SOLID WASTE ADVISORY
COMMISSION; AND PROVIDING AN EFFECTIVE DATE.
An Ordinance of the City of Meridian providing for a new Chapter of Title 2 of the
Meridian City Code, to be Chapter 6 relating to the establishment, duties and powers,
membership, organization, and meetings of the Solid Waste Advisory Commission. A
full text of this ordinance is avail~hh fur :inspection at City Hall, City of Meridian, 33
East Broadway Street, Meridi'Ttta~o. This` •Ordinance shall become effective upon
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Adopted after first reading by suspension of the Rule as allowed pursuant to Idaho Code
§ 50-902: YES NO
Second Reading:
Third Reading:
STATEMENT OF MERIDIAN CITY ATTORNEY AS TO ADEQUACY OF
SUMMARY OF ORDINANCE NO. 10- I ~ `j ~
The undersigned, William L.M. Nary, City Attorney of the City of Meridian,
Idaho, hereby certifies that he is the legal advisor of the City and has reviewed a copy of
the attached Ordinance No. 10-~_ of the City of Meridian, Idaho, and has found
the same to be true and complete and provides adequate notice to the public pursuant to
Idaho Code § 50-901A(3).
DATED this ~~ ' day of ~ -~- , 2010.
William. L.M. Nar .
City Attorney
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