(A) The local government is authorized to take such steps as are necessary to clean up, remove, or abate the effects of any hazardous substances located on the property (including streets and appurtenances) or facilities located within the limits of the county.
(B) In complying with the provisions of this chapter, the local government designee may retain the use of private contractors to assist it.
(C) The provisions of this chapter do not apply to hazardous substances on properties where any local government entity is a covered person.
(D) Any covered person shall be jointly and severally liable for the abatement costs for any discharge of hazardous substance.
(E) When responding to any discharge of any hazardous substance, the designee for the local government shall keep a detailed record of the abatement costs attributable to any covered person.
(Ord. 1264A, passed 6-13-2005)