The Township of Montrose finds that the presence of Solid Waste Disposal Areas located within the township have the potential, if not properly maintained and operated, to have serious detrimental effects on the health, welfare, and safety of the citizens of the township. These detrimental effects can include: the potential for generation of blowing debris, dust, and odors; facilitation of the breeding and propagation of vectors and pest animals; and the potential for degradation of drinking water aquifers, soils and surface water. The township further finds that, although Solid Waste Disposal Areas are currently regulated by an “Act 641 Plan” adopted for Genesee County pursuant to Public Act 451 of 1994, being M.C.L.A. §§ 324.11501 et seq., as amended, there is a need for supplemental regulation to protect the health, welfare, and safety of the public. It is the intent of the Township Board to exercise supplemental local jurisdiction over facilities regulated by this subchapter in a manner consistent with Act 451 and other relevant legislative enactment’s and pursuant to the powers vested in it by the State of Michigan. Therefore, as a means to provide for the public health, welfare, and the safety of persons and property located within the township, the township deems it necessary to carry out inspections to ensure that the Solid Waste Disposal Areas located in the township are maintained and operated in the manner provided for in this subchapter.
(Ord. 1992-1, passed 1-13-1992)