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Title: APPROVAL OF A MEMORANDUM OF UNDERSTANDING (MOU) BETWEEN THE SOLID WASTE AUTHORITY OF PALM BEACH COUNTY AND THE CITY OF DELRAY BEACH IN ACCORDANCE WITH SECTION 403.7071, FLORIDA STATUES
Summary
The City of Delray Beach is seeking approval for a Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) with the Solid Waste Authority of Palm Beach County to comply with new legislative requirements concerning disaster debris management. This MOU is in response to amendments made to Section 403.7071 of the Florida Statutes, which mandates that municipalities secure authorization for Disaster Debris Management Sites (DDMS) following major storm events. The agreement allows Delray Beach to collaborate with the Authority to jointly apply for this necessary authorization. This partnership is crucial for efficient debris management in the wake of natural disasters, ensuring public safety and environmental compliance. The MOU has been reviewed and approved by the City Attorney for legal sufficiency, and no funding impacts are anticipated.