SUBJECT:
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An Ordinance of the Town Council of the Town of Erie Amending Section 8-1-18 of the Municipal Code Concerning Shutoff of Service for Nonpayment
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DEPARTMENT: Public Works
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PRESENTER(S): Todd Fessenden, Utilities Director
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POLICY ISSUES:
It is the practice of staff and legal counsel to recommend updates to the Municipal Code from time-to-time as new best practices or legal standards evolve.
STAFF RECOMMENDATION:
Recommendation
Approve the Ordinance.
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SUMMARY AND BACKGROUND OF SUBJECT MATTER:
This ordinance is to amend section 8-1-18 of the Erie Town Code which updates the appeal process for shutoff of water service for nonpayment. The person against whom the violation is brought may appeal the discontinuance of water service to the Town Manager by written request within five (5) days of receiving notice.
This ordinance creates a more defined due process. This change is advised by the Town Attorney and supported by the Town Water Counsel.
COUNCIL PRIORITY(S) ADDRESSED:
ü Safe and Healthy Community
ü Effective Governance
ü Environmentally Sustainable
ATTACHMENT(S):
1. Ordinance 029-2024