Any person acting in violation of this chapter also may be acting in violation of the Federal Clean Water Act or the State Porter-Cologne Act and other laws and also may be subject to sanctions including civil liability. Accordingly, the City Attorney is authorized to file a citizen suit pursuant to Federal Clean Water Act Section 505(a), seeking penalties, damages, and orders compelling compliance, and other appropriate relief. The Director may notify EPA Region IX, the Regional Board, or any other appropriate state or local agency, of any alleged violation of this chapter.
(Ord. 1022, passed 11-16-98)