(A) The purpose of this chapter is to preserve the health, safety and welfare of the citizens of the city through the management of solid waste. This purpose shall be achieved through the establishment of minimum standards for the safe and sanitary collection, storage, transportation, beneficial use and disposal of solid waste managed by the city or within the city.
(B) Whenever this chapter conflicts with any other portion of this Code, this chapter shall prevail with respect to any matters relating to solid waste management. The mayor and council for the city hereby determines that the regulations contained in this chapter are necessary and appropriate to protect the health, safety and welfare of the citizens of the city.
(C) Nothing in this chapter is intended or shall be construed to impinge upon or supplant the authority of the Pima County Health Department, Arizona Department of Health Services or other public agency with jurisdiction.
(Ord. No. 10539, § 2, 6-3-08, eff. 7-1-08)