A. Charge for Service. A charge shall be collected by the authorized collector at rates to be established between the City and the authorized collector, said rates to be subject to change upon approval of an agreement between the City and said authorized collector. The property owner is responsible for all charges for solid waste removal, including recyclable materials. Said rates shall provide to the authorized collector a fair and reasonable compensation and return.

B. Payment of Rates. It shall be unlawful for any person to refuse to pay the rates fixed for the collection of solid waste. Nonpayment may result in cessation of service, a violation punishable by law. Except as otherwise permitted by this chapter, it shall be unlawful for any person to dispose of solid waste from premises owned, occupied, or leased by said person other than by and through the authorized collector.

C. Disputed Rates. In any case where a dispute shall arise as to the rate or amount to be paid to the authorized collector, the City shall have the power of final determination of such dispute, and both the authorized collector and the owner, resident or tenant shall be bound thereby. In no event shall City be obligated in any way to the authorized collector or any owner, resident or tenant for the collection of disputed accounts. (Ord. 1056 § 2 (Exh. A), 2022)