This ordinance requires the Department of Public Works to evaluate and report on mechanical street sweeping operations regularly, including submitting performance reports to the Board of Supervisors and the Mayor. It also updates the Health Code regarding refuse receptacle requirements and affirms the Planning Department's compliance with environmental regulations.
Ordinance amending the Administrative Code to require the Department of Public Works to perform evaluations and report periodically on mechanical street sweeping operations, including submittal of written performance reports to the Board of Supervisors and the Mayor; amending the Health Code to revise and clarify outdated terms concerning refuse receptacle requirements; and affirming the Planning Department’s determination under the California Environmental Quality Act.
How it got here
The legislation originated from a performance audit highlighting inefficiencies in street cleaning operations, prompting the need for evaluations and reporting by the Department of Public Works.
The office published a report concluding that the lack of comprehensive evaluations of mechanical street sweeping operations led to inefficiencies and outdated service patterns.
The Board introduced an ordinance requiring the Department of Public Works to perform evaluations and report on mechanical street sweeping operations.
The ordinance was referred to the Planning Department for review and determination under the California Environmental Quality Act.
The ordinance was substituted to include additional provisions and clarifications regarding refuse receptacle requirements.
The committee reviewed the substituted ordinance and referred it for further consideration.
The committee amended the ordinance and recommended it for passage by the Board of Supervisors.
The Board of Supervisors passed the ordinance, which mandates evaluations and reporting on street sweeping operations.
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