(A) This chapter furthers the city’s goal to improve solid waste management, achieve a reduction in waste generated, and to serve these additional purposes:
(1) To protect the public health, safety, comfort, convenience, and general welfare of the residents of the city.
(2) Encourage the separation and recovery of materials and energy from waste.
(3) To establish powers, duties, rules, regulations, and standards for the removal of solid waste from the city.
(4) Promote best management practices in solid waste management to protect air quality, water quality, and natural resources.
(5) Provide high quality solid waste and recycling services in the most cost-effective manner possible.
(6) To promote programs and recommend policies to reduce waste and promote yard waste reduction through separation of recyclables and yard and garden wastes; and encourage the purchasing of products that are most durable or contain recycled or recyclable materials.
(7) To meet minimum standards and requirements established by rules of the Minnesota Pollution Control Agency regarding solid waste.
(8) To assure that the city complies with the city’s current comprehensive plan, the current Washington County Solid Waste Management Master Plan, and any updates to those plans approved by the city or the county.
(9) To provide for the administration of the chapter. The city has authority to enact ordinances for these purposes under M.S. § 412.221, subd. 22, which requires the City Council to provide for or regulate the disposal of garbage, recycling and other solid waste.
(B) Furthermore, this chapter is intended to protect, support and promote the health, welfare and safety of the public pursuant to M.S. Chapters 115A, 145A, 375, 400, and 473. This chapter is subject to change as necessary to reflect updated State of Minnesota statutes.
(Ord. 2023-15, passed 12-19-2023)