A. This chapter shall apply to all territory embraced within the corporate limits of the city; provided that, areas annexed to the city may be subject to other services, rates, and charges than provided for the city by the contract carrier until a city franchise or contract is established with the contract carrier for the annexed area. The city shall notify the Washington utilities and transportation commission (WUTC) of any annexation of territory as part of the finalization of the annexation process, and shall give notice that the city plans to exercise its rights under Washington state law to cancel any franchise or permit granted in the annexed territory for the collection of garbage. The city shall exercise its authority to enter into an agreement with the holder of any such franchise or permit as required by Washington state law.
B. The provisions of this chapter are adopted for the safety, health, and general welfare of the public. There is hereby established a universal and compulsory system for the collection and disposal of garbage and a universal system for the collection of residential recyclable material and yard debris. A contract carrier shall provide such collection and disposal under written agreement with the city. All persons occupying, in control of, or responsible for single-family residences, multi-family residences, and commercial customers shall be entitled and required to utilize the services of the city's contract carrier at the minimum service level. Garbage collection service is mandatory for all single-family residences, multi-family residences, and commercial customers. It is the intention of this chapter to meet state and Pierce County solid waste comprehensive plan goals. Recycling and waste reduction is a primary objective of this chapter. (Ord. 915B, 11-30-2011)