EMERGENCIES

§ 33.025 DISASTER DECLARATION.

   The mayor shall declare an emergency by executive order upon the occurrence of any disaster or emergency involving any natural, nuclear, human- made, war-related or other catastrophe producing phenomena in the city which in the opinion of the mayor, causes damage of sufficient severity and magnitude to warrant extraordinary lawmaking authority. Notice shall be provided to the press by e-mail or facsimile, or any other means.

(1992 Code, § 2-80) (Ord. 75-99, passed 7-6-1999)

§ 33.026 EMERGENCY COUNCIL MEETINGS.

   Upon the declaration of an emergency by the mayor pursuant to § 33.025, meetings of the city council may be convened without the notice required for special meetings pursuant to § 30.002. Notice shall be provided to the press by e-mail or facsimile, or any other means.

(1992 Code, § 2-81) (Ord. 75-99, passed 7-6-1999)

§ 33.027 EMERGENCY ORDINANCES.

   Notwithstanding the provisions of state law, upon the declaration of an emergency by the mayor, ordinances or resolutions may be adopted and become effective upon one reading and adoption.

(1992 Code, § 2-82) (Ord. 75-99, passed 7-6-1999)

§ 33.028 EMERGENCY AWARD OF CONTRACTS.

   Upon the declaration of an emergency by the mayor pursuant to § 33.025, the city, pursuant to SDCL 5-18A-9, may award contracts without advertising if rentals are not practicable and there exists a threat to public health, welfare or safety or for other urgent and compelling reasons.

(1992 Code, § 2-83) (Ord. 75-99, passed 7-6-1999)