This ordinance went into effect 4/23/24.
Whereas, Ordinance #2348 limits the amount of trash to one 35 gallon container and or one trash bag with a maximum capacity of 35 gallons and
Whereas, one 35 gallon container or one trash bag with a maximum capacity of 35 gallons is inadequate for some households.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT HEREBY ORDAINED BY THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF EUREKA SPRINGS that ordinance 2348 be amended to:
Section 1. Standard weekly trash service shall be for two 35-gallon containers or two trash bags with a maximum capacity of 35 gallons each.
Section 2. If more than two containers or bags of trash are placed at the curb for disposal, each additional bag or container must be identified with a bag tag. Bag tags can be purchased for $2.00 each at Public Works. Any overflow or excess bag of waste not marked with a bag tag will be left on the curb.
Section 3. Net income from the bag tags will be contributed towards trash and recycling education.
Section 4. Expiration Clause: The Ordinance herein created shall expire on August 26, 2024, unless further action is taken by the Eureka Springs City Council.
Emergency Clause
Section 5. That due to the need to consistently apply all laws and ordinances of the City of Eureka Springs, Arkansas, for the health and safety of the citizens of the City; an emergency is hereby declared to exist, and this ordinance shall take effect upon passage by the Eureka Springs City Council, signing by the Eureka Springs Mayor and City Clerk/Treasurer, and posting of the ordinance.