(A) The purpose of this chapter is ensure the future health, safety, and general welfare of Indio citizens by:
(1) Regulating non-storm water discharges to the municipal storm drain;
(2) Controlling the discharge to municipal storm drains from spills, dumping or disposal of materials other than storm water; and
(3) Reducing pollutants in storm water discharged to the maximum extent practicable.
(B) The intent of this chapter is to protect and enhance the water quality of city watercourses, water bodies, ground water and wetlands in a manner pursuant to and consistent with the Federal Clean Water Act and the Porter-Cologne Water Quality Control Act.
(Ord. 1213, passed 8-6-97; Am. Ord. 1570, passed 5-5-10)