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Santa Monica, California, January 12, 1982
T0: P?ayor and City Council
FROM: City Staff
SUBJECT: Annual Weed Abatement, Rubbish and Refuse Removal Program
Introduction
This repor± consists of information relating to the 1982 Annual Weed Abate-
ment, Rubbish and Refuse Removal Program. The program is carried out in
accordance with the requirements of Chapter 13, Section 39500 to 39588,
Title 4 of the Government Code. The code requires the adoption of a resolu-
tion declaring weeds and rubbish on vacant lots, improved lots, parkways,
sidewalk, and dirt upon sidewalks to be a public nuisance. Each parcel upon
which work is to be done must be included in the Resolution of Intention.
Background
The Weed Abatement Program in Santa Monica has been in operation for many
years. Seared bids are solicited from private contractors for the abatement
of weeds and rubbish and award is made to the lowest responsible bidder.
In 1981, weeds and rubbish were abated from 189 parcels and 107 parkways at
an actual cost of $27,239.72.
This year there are approximately 321 parcels upon which work will be done.
In addition, there are approximately 195 parkways, fronting upon improved
property, upon which work must be done. The estimated cost for this work
is $50,000 including costs of cleaning parcels, clerical support, inspection
and supplies. The costs are assessed against the property owners and collet±ed
through the property tax bills by the County on the City's behalf.
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To: Mayor and Gity Council
Alternative
-2- January 12, 1982
A possible alternative is that the City hire additional personnel and pur-
chase or rent equipment, and abate the weeds and rubbish by use of City
forces.
Recommendation
It is recommended that the City Council adopt the attached Resolution of
Intention which declares weeds and rubbish to be a public nuisance; set
a public hearing for February 23, 7982.; and authorize the soliciting of
bids to have the work accomplished by private contractor.
Prepared by: Alex Casilla.s, Street Maintenance Superintendent
Stan Scholl., Director of General Services
Attachment: Resolution of Intention
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