§ 5-3-2. Recovery of Costs of Extinguishing and Cleaning Up Fires Involving Hazardous Materials.

(a)

Every person, firm or corporation using, storing, handling or transporting flammable or combustible liquids, chemicals, gasses or other hazardous materials shall comply with the requirements of applicable State, Federal, or National Fire Protection Association statutes or guidelines that regulate the type of material being stored, handled, or transported as the same is now in force and may hereafter from time to time be amended.

(b)

Every person, firm or corporation using, storing, handling or transporting (whether by rail or on the highways) flammable or combustible liquids, chemicals, gasses or other hazardous materials shall be liable to the City for the actual cost of labor and materials associated with the use of any specialized extinguishing agent, chemical, neutralizer or similar material or equipment employed to extinguish, confine or clean up any such hazardous material which is involved in any accidental spill or in threat of any fire or accidental spill.

(Ord. No. 02-650, 10-28-02)