(a) Methods of Disposal. The following methods of brine disposal are prohibited within the City:
(1) Annular disposal.
(2) Earthen pit storage (sludge and holding pits), either during the drilling process or the production life of the well.
(3) Road application or any other surface application.
(4) Deep well injection.
(b) Brine Hauler Permit. Any person owning or leasing a truck for the purpose of hauling brine from oil or gas wells within the City must secure an annual hauling permit from the Community Development Administrator.
(1) Fee. An annual fee of thirty-five dollars ($35.00) will be charged for the permit.
(2) Manifest. Each truck hauling brine from oil and/or gas wells within the City must maintain a cumulative manifest for one calendar year in duration. The manifest shall include the following information on each load of brine hauled:
A. The source of brine collected.
B. The volume of brine collected.
C. The time and date that brine is collected.
D. The disposal site of brine.
E. The time and date of brine disposal.
(c) Routing of Trucks Hauling Brine or Crude Oil. A vehicle transporting brine or crude oil derived from oil and/or gas wells within the City shall comply with Section 339.02 and not travel over local residential streets unless approval is granted by the Police Chief.
(Ord. 3273. Passed 5-9-24.)