Pursuant to Idaho Code section 50-344 cities shall have the power to maintain and operate solid waste collection systems. The purpose and intent of this chapter is to:
A. Provide for the protection of air, soil, stormwater, groundwater and surface water from pollutants by establishing a system for the storage, handling, collection and processing of solid waste with uniform requirements for direct and indirect contributors.
B. Promote the health, safety and general welfare of the citizens of the City and enhance and preserve the quality and value of the resources of the City by the proper management of solid waste.
C. Encourage and improve the opportunity for reuse, composting and recycling, to reduce the quantity of wastes disposed of by the City's residential and commercial customers.
(Ord. 21-17, 5-23-2017; amd. Ord. 10-21, 4-13-2021; Ord. 50-22, 11-1-2022)