(a) Any electric utility company that violates this chapter or any rules promulgated thereunder shall be subject to a fine of not less than $2,500.00 and not more than $10,000.00 for each offense. Each day that a violation continues shall constitute a separate and distinct offense.
(b) Whenever the city incurs any expenses in providing the services of public health and safety agencies as the result of: (1) an electric utility company's violation of this chapter or rules promulgated thereunder; or (2) the intentional interruption of power by an electric utility whether or not pursuant to an emergency energy plan; that company shall reimburse the city for all amounts expended within 30 days of receipt of a certified invoice from the city.
(Added Coun. J. 9-9-98, p. 77140)