(A) The village has the right and responsibility to clean ditches and drainage features within village right-of-way, easements to the village and storm easements.
(B) If private property owners refuse or neglect to maintain ditches, swales and creeks and the resulting lack of maintenance results in a risk to private property, public property, utilities or the traveling public, the village has the right to enter upon private property to clear debris, stabilize channels and remove deposits that are impeding flow at the owner's cost. If practical, proper notice (two weeks) will be provided to the property owner to allow the owner to effect the maintenance or coordinate with the village.
(C) The dumping or directing of any material into any storm sewer, creek or ditch is prohibited within the village. If a storm water conveyance is impeded due to dumping of yard waste, excess soils, concrete, demolition rubble or similar materials, the village will require the removal of the material at the owner's cost.
(D) The village may not be able to provide a two week notice in the event of a sudden or unexpected wash-out, collapse or conveyance blockage. The village will attempt to notify the owner, but may be required to take the steps necessary to mitigate risks to private property, public property and or the health and safety of the public.
(Ord. 2018-80, passed 11-20-18) Penalty, see § 150.99