For the purpose of this subchapter, the following definitions shall apply unless the context clearly indicates or requires a different meaning.
DEPARTMENT. The Street Department, which shall have the responsibility of administering the town’s Weed and Rank Vegetation Ordinance codified in this subchapter.
ENFORCEMENT AUTHORITY. The Town Council and/or Superintendent authorized to enforce the removal of weeds and rank vegetation or his or her designee.
OWNER. The owner of record, as found in the records of the County Recorder’s Office.
OWNER’S ADDRESS. The most recent mailing address of the owner, and being that address to which the County Treasurer sends tax duplicates.
RANK VEGETATION. Any plant growth which is or may be harmful to the senses, health or well-being of citizens of the town.
WEEDS. Any growth of vegetation other than trees, bushes, shrubs, ornamental plants or agricultural plants cultivated in an orderly manner for the purpose of producing food. Notwithstanding the foregoing, trees, bushes, shrubs or agricultural plants which have sprouted as volunteers and are growing along fence lines and public rights-of-way shall be considered to be WEEDS.
(Ord. 2019-3, passed 7-16-2019)