When was Ordinance No. 13 adopted?

It was adopted on April 16, 2026.

What changes does Ordinance No. 13 make?

It updates definitions, ethics, and bidding requirements among other regulations.

Ordinance No. 13 amends the Salinas Valley Solid Waste Authority Code.

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Published: Apr 22, 2026 · 2 weeks ago
Category: Ordinance

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Read the full text of Ordinance No. 13 to understand the changes.
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Frequently asked questions

What is Ordinance No. 13?: Ordinance No. 13 amends the Salinas Valley Solid Waste Authority Code.
When was Ordinance No. 13 adopted?: It was adopted on April 16, 2026.
What changes does Ordinance No. 13 make?: It updates definitions, ethics, and bidding requirements among other regulations.

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Full Notice Text

NOTICE OF ADOPTION
The Salinas Valley Solid Waste Authority (SVSWA) Board of Directors has adopted Ordinance No. 13 which amends the Salinas Valley Solid Waste Authority Code:
SECTION 1.01.050(a) entitled DEFINITIONS, removes “city of Salinas self-haul generator” shall be charged the reduced city of Salinas tipping fee, so long as a reduced tipping fee for city of Salinas residents is established by the authority”, the section defined the differential rates established at the Authority’s facilities at the time of its creation in 1997. Section 15 of the Joint Powers Agreement (JPA) between all member agencies discusses equalized rates for all members within the boundaries of the JPA.
CHAPTER 2 entitled AUTHORITY OFFICES AND GENERAL REGULATIONS, adds “ARTICLE 2.09 CODE OF ETHICS” establishing the principles, values and standards of conduct expected of the Board member.
SECTION 2.03.150 entitled CLERK OF THE BOARD, defines the appointment of the clerk of the board.
SECTION 3.01.030(a) entitled AUTHORITY OF THE CHIEF ADMINISTRATIVE OFFICER, allows the CAO to take time-sensitive action when the board cannot meet, provided the action follows the budget and laws, and is later reported and ratified by the Board.
SECTION 3.01.100 entitled RECYCLED MATERIALS, updating to comply with SB 1383 regulations.
SECTION 3.01.130(a) entitled EXCEPTION TO COMPETITIVE BIDDING REQUIREMENT, allows purchases without bidding when they involve cost-saving for used or new equipment, utilities or specialized technology requiring compatibility, specialized supplies, or situations where no bids are received.
This Ordinance shall be in full force and effect 30 days after adoption by the Board of Directors.
This Ordinance was first introduced by the Board of Directors of SVSWA at a regular meeting duly held on March 19, 2026 and adopted on April 16, 2026, by the following vote:
AYES: BOARD MEMBERS: Bañuelos, Church, Cullen, De La Rosa, Donohue, Garcia, Silva
NOES: BOARD MEMBERS: None
ABSENT: BOARD MEMBERS: Barajas, Lopez
ABSTAIN: BOARD MEMBERS: None
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