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***Note: Many local criminal codes can now be located under Chapter 10.60 SMC while others are now cited under the Revised Code of Washington (RCW), which was incorporated into the municipal code in 2022. (See SMC 10.58.010). Code Enforcement, including Noise Control and Animal Regulations are located in Chapters 10.62 through 10.74.

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Chapter 13.02
Section 13.02.0200
 

Title 13 Public Utilities and Services

Chapter 13.02 Solid Waste

Article II. General Provisions

Section 13.02.0200 Universal Service by the City

The City of Spokane exercises power to establish and operate a solid waste collection and disposal service for the people of the City by the department of solid waste collection and the department of solid waste disposal. The City of Spokane asserts exclusive and universal control over the business of all solid waste collection, disposal and other handling functions within the City. This authority includes collection and handling of recyclable materials, as further described in this chapter. This chapter invokes and exercises the maximum powers authorized by law for municipal control of and engagement in the business of providing solid waste collection and disposal service to the public.

Date Passed: Monday, December 8, 2014

Effective Date: Sunday, January 25, 2015

ORD C35196-Section 8