Chapter 106 – Collection Of Solid Waste

106.08 COLLECTION FEES. The collection and disposal of solid waste as provided by this chapter are declared to be beneficial to the property served or eligible to be served and there shall be levied and collected fees therefor in accordance with the following: (Goreham vs. Des Moines, 1970, 179 NW 2nd, 449) 1. Schedule of Fees. The fees for solid waste collection and disposal service, used or available, are: A. Recycling. For each residential premises, for each dwelling unit of a multiple- family dwelling, and for each mobile home: $5.00 per month or $2.50 per month for customers age 62 and older. B. Solid Waste. For each residential premises and for each dwelling unit of a multiple-family dwelling up to and including four separate units: Trash bags can be purchased at the convenience stores for $1.25 each or an annual tag can be purchased for $65.00. The cost is prorated monthly for the annual tag. Trash cans of 20 gallons to 33 gallons require 2 annual stickers. 2. Payment of Bills. All fees are due and payable under the same terms and conditions provided for payment of a combined service account as contained in Section 92.03 of this Code of Ordinances. Solid waste collection service may be discontinued in accordance with the provisions contained in Section 92.04 if the combined service account becomes delinquent, and the provisions contained in Section 92.07 relating to lien notices shall also apply in the event of a delinquent account. 106.09 LIEN FOR NONPAYMENT. The owner of the premises served and any lessee or tenant thereof are jointly and severally liable for fees for solid waste collection and disposal. Fees remaining unpaid and delinquent shall constitute a lien upon the premises served and shall be certified by the Clerk to the County Treasurer for collection in the same manner as property taxes. (Code of Iowa, Sec. 384.84)