(A) Fee imposed. Fees and charges as set forth in the fee schedule in this section may be imposed for reimbursement of services rendered by the Fire Department in the following cases:
(1) For responses made to a fire alarm which occurred as a result of a negligent or intentional act or an alarm caused by improper installation or improper maintenance or for a response to a drill or test of which the Fire Department was not previously notified, the fee shall be imposed against the owner of the property; and
(2) For responses made as a result of repeated false alarms, the fee shall be imposed against the owner of the property or occupant for the false alarm.
(B) Fee schedule. The following fee schedule shall apply:
(1) Initial service charge: $20 per truck used.
(2) Subsequent service charge for false alarms in the same calendar year: $250 per truck used.
(C) Fire Chief to administer. The Fire Chief shall make the determination as to when the fees set forth in this section shall be assessed and which individual or individuals shall be responsible for the payment of said fees.
(D) Penalty. Failure to pay fines assessed by the Fire Chief shall be governed by and collected pursuant to the Board of Public
Works and Safety. Any penalties and fines collected for violations of this section shall be credited to the Fire Cost Recovery Fund. Any person who fails to pay the fines and penalties provided for in this section shall be responsible for all fees and expenses incurred in the collection of said fines and penalties, including attorney fees.
(Ord. 1436, passed 2-21-05)