(1) The Public Works Superintendent may immediately suspend a user’s discharge (or threatened discharge) when it reasonably appears to present a substantial danger to the health or welfare of persons. In such cases, the Public Works Superintendent will first provide informal notice to the user. The Public Works Superintendent may also immediately suspend a user’s discharge, after notice and opportunity to respond, that threatens to interfere with the operation of the POTW, or which presents, or may present, a danger to the environment.

(2) Any user notified of a suspension of its discharge shall immediately stop or eliminate its contribution. If a user fails to immediately comply voluntarily with the suspension order, the Public Works Superintendent may take such steps as deemed necessary to protect the public and its interest in the sewer system. Remedies available to the Public Works Superintendent include:

The Public Works Superintendent may not allow the user to recommence its discharge until the user has demonstrated to the satisfaction of the Public Works Superintendent that the situation warranting the suspension has been properly addressed and any proposed termination proceeding has been resolved.

(3) A user that is responsible, in whole or in part, for any discharge presenting imminent endangerment shall submit a detailed written statement, describing the causes of the harmful contribution and the measures taken to prevent any future occurrence. Users shall submit this report to the Public Works Superintendent prior to the date of any show cause or termination hearing referenced under GMC 12.16.350 and 12.16.400.

(4) Nothing in this section shall be interpreted as requiring a hearing prior to any emergency suspension under this section. (Ord. 445-N, §1, 2014)