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2.56.080 Cleanup authority.
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Debris and wreckage removal in disaster emergency or major disaster:

A. When the mayor has declared a major disaster or emergency to exist in the city, he or she may:

1. Through the use of city employees or other public employees including public emergency response volunteers, clear from publicly or privately owned land or water, debris and wreckage that may threaten public health, safety or property;

2. Apply for and accept state or federal funds and use those funds for the purpose of removing debris or wreckage from publicly or privately owned land or water.

B. The mayor shall not remove debris or wreckage from private property without first receiving agreement from the owner of the debris or wreckage, and from the property owner, to indemnify the city against claims arising from the removal. (Prior code § 11.50.080)