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## § 14.01.025. Tariff for use by common carriers. | This chapter does not govern use of harbor or port facilities by a common carrier by water within the meaning of 46 U.S.C. Sections 801 and 1702 unless it is filed with the Federal Maritime Commission. If this chapter is not so filed, a separate tariff approved by the assembly resolution and filed with the commissioner... | true | Rules | Other | counties | ak | null | city_borough_of_wrangell | -1.217773 | 0.046783 | -1.043945 | -1.119141 |
## § 14.01.030. Definitions. | Whenever the words, terms, phrases and their derivations set forth in this section are used in this title, they shall have the meaning set forth in this section except to the extent where the context clearly indicates a different meaning.
A. "Anchor" means to secure a vessel to the bed of a body of water by dropping a... | false | Context | null | counties | ak | null | city_borough_of_wrangell | 1.760742 | 1.40332 | 0.200195 | 1.02832 |
### § 14.03.010. Harbormaster's powers and duties. | The harbormaster shall be the director of the Port of Wrangell. He or she shall exercise such powers and perform such duties as may be imposed upon harbormasters, port directors, and administrative heads of harbors and ports by federal, state, or local law. The harbormaster shall be authorized to enforce this title. Th... | true | Rules | Nuisance | counties | ak | null | city_borough_of_wrangell | 1.604492 | -0.528809 | 0.24707 | 1.047852 |
### § 14.03.015. Disclaimer of liability. | The authority granted to the harbormaster shall not create an obligation or duty requiring the harbormaster to take any action to protect or preserve any vessel or property located within or utilizing or attempting to use Wrangell harbor and port facilities. The City and Borough of Wrangell shall not be liable for any ... | true | Enforcement | Other | counties | ak | null | city_borough_of_wrangell | -1.128906 | -0.761719 | -0.538086 | -0.506836 |
### § 14.03.020. Wrangell port commission. | There is established the Wrangell port commission which shall consist of five members who shall each hold office for a period of three years ending on the first Monday following the annual municipal general election, or until their successors have been appointed and qualified. Commissioners shall have the same qualific... | false | Process | null | counties | ak | null | city_borough_of_wrangell | -1.182617 | -0.155273 | -1.091797 | -1.091797 |
### § 14.03.025. Absence from meetings. | If any port commissioner is absent from more than one-half of all meetings, regular and special, held within any period of four consecutive months, the port commissioner shall thereupon cease to hold office.
(Ord. 1075 § 3, 2025; Ord. 625 § 5, 1996)
City and Borough of Wrangell, AK
§ 14.03.030 HARBOR AND PORT FACILI... | true | Enforcement | Other | counties | ak | null | city_borough_of_wrangell | -1.391602 | -1.183594 | 0.198853 | -0.592773 |
### § 14.03.030. Election of chairperson. | The port commission, at its first meeting following the municipal annual election, shall elect from its own members a chairperson who shall serve for one year to preside over meetings.
(Ord. 1075 § 3, 2025; Ord. 625 § 5, 1996) | false | Process | null | counties | ak | null | city_borough_of_wrangell | -1.419922 | -2.085938 | -1.099609 | -1.447266 |
### § 14.03.035. Quorum – Voting. | Three port commissioners shall constitute a quorum. Any number less than a quorum may adjourn to a later date. An affirmative vote of a majority of the port commissioners present at a regular or special meeting is required for a subject’s passage or enactment.
(Ord. 1075 § 3, 2025; Ord. 625 § 5, 1996) | true | Rules | Other | counties | ak | null | city_borough_of_wrangell | -1.414063 | -0.914551 | -1.004883 | -1.196289 |
### § 14.03.040. Regular meetings. | Regular meetings of the port commission shall be held on the first Thursday of each month at 6:00 p.m. at City Hall, Wrangell. If any such Thursday falls on a legal holiday as defined by the laws of the state, the meeting scheduled for that day shall be held at the same hour on the next succeeding day which is not a ho... | false | Process | null | counties | ak | null | city_borough_of_wrangell | -1.416992 | -1.592773 | -1.104492 | -1.27832 |
### § 14.03.045. Special meetings. | Special meetings of the commission may be called by the chairperson, any two port commissioners, or the harbormaster. Notice of special meetings shall be given in the same manner as special assembly meetings.
(Ord. 1075 § 3, 2025; Ord. 625 § 5, 1996) | false | Process | null | counties | ak | null | city_borough_of_wrangell | -1.701172 | -1.03418 | -1.363281 | -1.442383 |
### § 14.03.050. Executive session. | The port commission may, after its agenda is otherwise completed, recess for the purpose of discussing, in a closed or executive session, only those subjects permitted by law pursuant to AS 44.62.310 to be discussed in executive session. In all cases, the meeting must be convened as a public meeting and the question of... | true | Rules | Other | counties | ak | null | city_borough_of_wrangell | -1.462891 | 0.218506 | -0.983398 | -0.98291 |
### § 14.03.060. Authority. | The port commission shall advise the harbormaster and, through the harbormaster, the borough assembly on all matters regarding supervision and control of the Wrangell harbor and port facilities. The port commission shall recommend regulations, rates, and charges for use of all harbor and port facilities to the borough ... | false | Process | null | counties | ak | null | city_borough_of_wrangell | -1.03125 | -0.486084 | -1.025391 | -0.830078 |
### § 14.05.005. Registration required. | Every owner, master, or managing agent of a vessel using the Wrangell harbor and port facilities is required to register with the harbormaster within two hours after such vessel first enters the harbor. Required registration information includes, but is not limited to, the person's name, address, and phone number, the ... | true | Rules | Nuisance | counties | ak | null | city_borough_of_wrangell | 0.124634 | -0.734863 | 0.303711 | -0.414795 |
### § 14.05.008. Residential user fee period and duty to report. | A residential user fee will be assessed on a calendar month basis. The owner of the vessel is responsible for immediately notifying the harbor department office when his or her vessel is being occupied and used, rented, or leased as a residence. Once a vessel is used as a residence, the harbor department will continue ... | true | Rules | Other | counties | ak | null | city_borough_of_wrangell | 0.491943 | 0.098389 | 0.131714 | -0.291504 |
### § 14.05.010. Transient moorage. | **A. Availability.** Transient moorage space is available within the harbor at locations designated or assigned by the harbormaster which may include temporary use of reserved moorage space. A written and signed application for such space on a form provided by the harbormaster shall be provided to the harbormaster with... | true | Rules | Nuisance | counties | ak | null | city_borough_of_wrangell | 1.431641 | 1.068359 | 0.605957 | -0.561035 |
## § 14.05.020. Customer service moorage. | A. Availability. Customer service moorage space is available within the harbor at locations designated or assigned by the harbormaster. Customer service moorage space shall be assigned on a first-come, first-served basis to those who have provided to the harbormaster a written and signed application for such space on a... | true | Rules | Nuisance | counties | ak | null | city_borough_of_wrangell | 1.333984 | 0.720703 | 1.006836 | -0.256348 |
### § 14.05.030. Refusal of moorage. | The harbormaster may refuse moorage to any vessel or applicant who the harbormaster has probable cause to believe has not complied, or is not in compliance, with this title.
(Ord. 625 § 5, 1996) | true | Rules | Nuisance | counties | ak | null | city_borough_of_wrangell | 0.774414 | -1.374023 | 0.066895 | -0.343018 |
### § 14.05.035. Required equipment. | All vessels moored in the harbor shall carry the equipment required by any applicable United States laws or regulations, and shall be numbered or designated in accordance with any applicable United States laws or regulations. In the absence of extenuating circumstances, failure of any vessel within the Port of Wrangell... | true | Rules | Nuisance | counties | ak | null | city_borough_of_wrangell | -0.050812 | -0.268311 | 0.07489 | 0.02652 |
### § 14.05.040. Utilities. | Electric and water utility service may be provided to vessels moored in the harbor in such locations and according to such specifications as the harbormaster may specify by regulation. The harbormaster may require that a moored vessel utilize harbor electric service in lieu of self-generation.
(Ord. 625 § 5, 1996) | true | Rules | Nuisance | counties | ak | null | city_borough_of_wrangell | 0.110718 | -1.30957 | -0.578125 | -0.794922 |
### § 14.05.045. Electric service to vessels. | The harbormaster will, by permission of vessel owner, master, or managing agent, have the authority to enter any vessel connected to the municipal electrical system to inspect electrical equipment to assure compliance with this and other applicable codes. If permission is not granted, the harbormaster may disconnect sa... | true | Rules | Buildings | counties | ak | null | city_borough_of_wrangell | 0.422607 | 1.3125 | 0.395996 | 0.067444 |
## § 14.05.050. Authority of harbormaster to board and move vessel. | The harbormaster may board or inspect any and all vessels within the Wrangell harbor and port facilities at any time for cause, including but not limited to a vessel obstructing a harbor facility, fire, pollution, or risk of pollution, or other cause affecting the safety of persons or property in the harbor. The harbor... | true | Rules | Nuisance | counties | ak | null | city_borough_of_wrangell | 0.866211 | -0.087891 | 0.530273 | 1.410156 |
## § 14.05.055. Forfeiture of space. | A moorage space holder's right to an assigned space shall be involuntarily forfeited and his right to use the assigned space terminated if:
A. The holder supplies misleading or false information in the space application;
B. The holder fails to pay all fees as provided by this title without prior written agreement to ... | true | Enforcement | Nuisance | counties | ak | null | city_borough_of_wrangell | 0.610352 | 0.083191 | 1.394531 | 1.116211 |
## § 14.05.060. Authority of harbormaster to utilize restricted areas. | Notwithstanding any provision of this title to the contrary, the harbormaster may, from time to time, in the interest of safety, health, convenience, order and efficiency, authorize the otherwise restricted use of areas such as loading zones, the seaplane float and similar areas as transient moorage space for a specifi... | true | Rules | Nuisance | counties | ak | null | city_borough_of_wrangell | 0.752441 | -0.157104 | -0.006104 | 0.398438 |
## CHAPTER 14.07 | PORT OPERATIONS AND OTHER SERVICES
§ 14.07.005. Wrangell dock and barge ramp facilities.
A. Availability. Moorage exists at the Wrangell dock and barge ramp facilities for ships, barges and other large vessels that desire to use the Port of Wrangell. Reservations may be made with the harbormaster for vessels making r... | true | Rules | Nuisance | counties | ak | null | city_borough_of_wrangell | 1.107422 | 1.036133 | -0.330322 | -0.162231 |
### § 14.07.050. Water supplied from Wrangell dock. | Water is available to vessels qualified to moor at Wrangell dock for the fee listed in WMC § 14.11.005.
(Ord. 625 § 5, 1996) | true | Rules | Nuisance | counties | ak | null | city_borough_of_wrangell | -1.261719 | -0.905762 | -0.395264 | -1.46582 |
### § 14.07.055. Hoists. | Hoists in the ports and harbors of the borough shall be activated, used and deactivated by credit card. Required fees for access cards and use of the hoists are as set forth in WMC § 14.11.005. Users of hoists will comply with the procedures set forth by the harbor department and shall sign user agreements as a conditi... | true | Rules | Nuisance | counties | ak | null | city_borough_of_wrangell | -0.43042 | 0.228638 | 0.939453 | 0.012161 |
### § 14.07.060. Work float. | The work float is available on a first-come, first-served basis to any vessel qualified for repairs and maintenance to that vessel. There is no charge for the first daily rental period for holders of reserved moorage. Transient moorage vessels will be charged pursuant to WMC § 14.05.010. All vessels are subject to a tr... | true | Rules | Nuisance | counties | ak | null | city_borough_of_wrangell | -0.492676 | -0.015572 | -0.05661 | -0.762695 |
### § 14.07.065. Gear float. | The gear float located in the center of the in-town harbors is available for repair and maintenance of fishing gear on a first-come, first-served basis. There is no charge for the first 36 hours of use. Gear float users are subject to a trespass fee, as listed in WMC § 14.11.005, for each daily rental period or portion... | true | Rules | Nuisance | counties | ak | null | city_borough_of_wrangell | -0.497314 | -1.178711 | 0.360107 | -0.892578 |
### § 14.07.070. Vendor shelter. | The port vendor shelter is available on a first-come, first-served basis. Persons may apply for vendor shelter space on a form provided by the harbormaster. The harbormaster may place reasonable restrictions and conditions on the use of the vendor shelter. Users of vendor shelter space shall be charged pursuant to WMC ... | true | Rules | Business | counties | ak | null | city_borough_of_wrangell | -0.052399 | -0.664063 | 0.509277 | -0.86084 |
### § 14.07.075. Fish or shellfish processing. | Fish or shellfish may be cleaned or processed within the harbor only in areas, and with equipment and provision for waste disposal, approved by the harbormaster.
(Ord. 1075 § 5, 2025; Ord. 625 § 5, 1996)
City and Borough of Wrangell, AK
§ 14.07.080 HARBOR AND PORT FACILITIES § 14.07.095 | true | Rules | Nuisance | counties | ak | null | city_borough_of_wrangell | -0.503906 | -0.931641 | 0.352539 | -0.677246 |
## § 14.07.080. Signs. | Signs or other printed matter shall not be placed on any part of the harbor without the prior approval of the harbormaster.
(Ord. 625 § 5, 1996) | true | Rules | Nuisance | counties | ak | null | city_borough_of_wrangell | -0.354248 | -1.790039 | 0.117981 | -0.892578 |
## § 14.07.085. Seaplane float. | A. Availability. Moorage exists at the seaplane float for seaplanes and floatplanes on a first-come, first-served basis.
B. Application. A person may apply for moorage at the seaplane float by completing an application form provided by the harbormaster. Information provided by the applicant shall include the sign-up d... | true | Rules | Nuisance | counties | ak | null | city_borough_of_wrangell | -0.648438 | -1.171875 | -0.374756 | -1.082031 |
## § 14.07.090. Dolphin moorage storage. | One-half the moorage at piling with no shore access will be charged. One-half daily rate for up to four days, and one-half monthly after four days to a calendar month.
(Ord. 668 § 4, 2000) | true | Rules | Other | counties | ak | null | city_borough_of_wrangell | -1.069336 | -1.376953 | 0.498535 | -0.851074 |
## § 14.07.095. Marine Service Center. | A. Facility Use Agreement Required. Every user of the Wrangell Marine Service Center, both private vessel owners and business vendors/contractors, using the facility to work on vessels owned by third-parties must be approved and have a written facility use agreement on file with the harbormaster.
B. Availability. Leas... | true | Rules | Business | counties | ak | null | city_borough_of_wrangell | -0.18396 | -0.160156 | -0.108826 | -0.539551 |
### § 14.09.005. Speeding. | No person shall operate or cause to be operated a vessel within the harbor in excess of three miles per hour or in a manner which causes a wake or wave action which will damage, endanger, or be likely to damage or endanger any other vessel or any part of the port facilities.
(Ord. 1075 § 6, 2025; Ord. 625 § 5, 1996) | true | Rules | Nuisance | counties | ak | null | city_borough_of_wrangell | 0.418945 | -1.166016 | 0.015152 | 1.445313 |
### § 14.09.010. Operating under the influence. | No person may operate or be in actual physical control of a vessel within the harbor while under the influence of alcohol, an inhalant, a controlled substance, or other drugs as set forth in AS28.35.030.
(Ord. 1075 § 6, 2025; Ord. 625 § 5, 1996) | true | Rules | Nuisance | counties | ak | null | city_borough_of_wrangell | 0.446777 | -0.708984 | 1.413086 | 0.586426 |
### § 14.09.015. Hazard to navigation. | No person shall create, or fail to remove after request from the harbormaster, a hazard to navigation within the waters of the harbor.
(Ord. 625 § 5, 1996) | true | Rules | Nuisance | counties | ak | null | city_borough_of_wrangell | 0.222168 | -1.633789 | 0.238037 | 0.777832 |
### § 14.09.020. Failure to register. | No person shall fail to register a vessel operated by that person with the harbormaster within two hours of entering the harbor.
(Ord. 625 § 5, 1996) | true | Rules | Nuisance | counties | ak | null | city_borough_of_wrangell | -0.703125 | -1.944336 | 0.416992 | -0.330322 |
### § 14.09.025. Improper mooring. | No person shall moor a vessel:
A. In reserved moorage space assigned to another;
B. In any area not designated for transient moorage;
C. Without permission of the harbormaster;
D. In an area not designated for that size vessel; or
E. Without otherwise complying with Chapter 14.05 WMC.
(Ord. 625 § 5, 1996) | true | Rules | Nuisance | counties | ak | null | city_borough_of_wrangell | 0.609375 | -0.638184 | 0.519043 | -0.040344 |
### § 14.09.030. Inadequate equipment. | No person shall operate or moor a vessel within the harbor that does not have the equipment specified by WMC § 14.05.035.
(Ord. 625 § 5, 1996) | true | Rules | Nuisance | counties | ak | null | city_borough_of_wrangell | -0.497314 | -0.580078 | 0.786621 | -0.275391 |
### § 14.09.035. Improper use of facilities. | No person may use portions of the harbor for purposes or in a manner not authorized by Chapter
City and Borough of Wrangell, AK
§ 14.09.035 HARBOR AND PORT FACILITIES § 14.09.060
14.07 WMC.
(Ord. 625 § 5, 1996) | true | Rules | Nuisance | counties | ak | null | city_borough_of_wrangell | 0.36084 | 0.008064 | 0.458984 | -0.562012 |
### § 14.09.040. Improper waste disposal. | No person shall dispose of litter, trash, garbage, refuse, untreated human or animal waste, or any similar substance into the water of the harbor or on the harbor grounds except in receptacles or locations designated by the harbormaster. Any person causing any untreated human or animal waste to be introduced into the w... | true | Rules | Nuisance | counties | ak | null | city_borough_of_wrangell | 1.035156 | -1.480469 | 0.601074 | 1.253906 |
### § 14.09.042. Use of port and harbor dumpsters. | A. Dumpsters provided at port and harbor facilities are for port and harbor related use only.
B. Port and harbor dumpsters are only for vessel trash disposal. Dumping of oil products, gasoline, large commercial fishing gear and equipment, construction debris, furniture, and any other large objects or hazardous waste i... | true | Rules | Nuisance | counties | ak | null | city_borough_of_wrangell | -0.369141 | -1.394531 | 0.423584 | 0.60498 |
### § 14.09.045. Improper petroleum product disposal. | No person shall release any fuel, oil, their derivatives, wastes or byproducts, or other petroleum products into the waters or onto the lands of the harbor.
(Ord. 625 § 5, 1996) | true | Rules | Other | counties | ak | null | city_borough_of_wrangell | 0.112122 | -1.182617 | 0.929688 | 0.639648 |
### § 14.09.050. Improper care and control of animals. | No person shall have or bring a dog or animal within the harbor unless the dog or animal is on a leash or confined to a vessel. The owner or other person in charge of the dog or animal must immediately remove any waste on floats or other harbor property caused by the dog or animal.
(Ord. 625 § 5, 1996) | true | Rules | Nuisance | counties | ak | null | city_borough_of_wrangell | 0.41333 | -1.69043 | 1.71582 | 0.491211 |
### § 14.09.055. Water sports. | No person shall engage in swimming, diving, water skiing, or other sports where the body of the person comes into contact with the water within the harbor except after notice to and with the permission of the harbormaster. Diving for the purpose of vessel repair and inspection or for law enforcement purposes is not pro... | true | Rules | Nuisance | counties | ak | null | city_borough_of_wrangell | 0.626465 | -1.462891 | 1.628906 | 0.454102 |
### § 14.09.060. Negligent operation. | No person shall operate a vessel in a manner which creates an unjustifiable risk of harm to a person or property. An "unjustifiable risk" is a risk of such a nature and degree that a failure to avoid it would constitute a deviation from the standard of care that a reasonable person would
City and Borough of Wrangell, A... | true | Rules | Nuisance | counties | ak | null | city_borough_of_wrangell | 2.046875 | 0.357422 | 0.872559 | 1.893555 |
### § 14.09.105. Tampering with impounded vessels. | No person shall tamper with, move, or attempt to move any vessel which has been impounded by the harbormaster or by the U.S. Marshal.
(Ord. 625 § 5, 1996) | true | Rules | Nuisance | counties | ak | null | city_borough_of_wrangell | -0.336426 | -1.633789 | 0.429932 | 0.310303 |
### § 14.09.110. Idle vessel removal. | No vessel will be allowed to remain within the Wrangell Marine Service Center for longer than 24 consecutive months and such vessel is thereafter subject to impoundment and sale per WMC § 14.13.005 through 14.13.060.
(Ord. 1075 § 6, 2025; Ord. 871 § 2, 2013) | true | Rules | Nuisance | counties | ak | null | city_borough_of_wrangell | -0.588867 | -0.727539 | 0.254395 | -0.158203 |
### § 14.09.120. Unauthorized use of motorized vehicle. | Except as otherwise provided below, no person is allowed to use a motorized vehicle, including but not limited to a motorcycle, motor scooter, side by side, or two-, three-, or four-wheelers, on any dock, ramp, float, or finger float without the prior written consent of the harbormaster. The provisions of this section ... | true | Rules | Nuisance | counties | ak | null | city_borough_of_wrangell | 1.549805 | -0.64209 | 1.254883 | 0.330811 |
### § 14.09.125. Penalty for violation. | Any person violating any provision of this chapter is guilty of an infraction and shall be punished by the fine established in the WMC § 1.20.050 fine schedule if the offense is listed in that fine schedule or by a fine of up to $500.00 if the offense is not listed in the WMC § 1.20.050 fine schedule.
(Ord. 1075 § 6, ... | true | Enforcement | Other | counties | ak | null | city_borough_of_wrangell | 0.304199 | -0.095215 | -0.495605 | 0.432861 |
### § 14.10.010. Definition of inactive vessel. | An “Inactive Vessel” is a vessel that, within a period of 12 consecutive months, has not exited its assigned moorage stall and the boundaries of the Borough harbor under its own power and remained absent from the harbor for a period exceeding 24 consecutive hours. For vessels 32 feet in length or less without sleeping ... | false | Context | null | counties | ak | null | city_borough_of_wrangell | -0.290771 | -0.004627 | 1.130859 | 0.132446 |
### § 14.10.020. Storage fee for inactive vessels. | Inactive Vessels shall be assessed a storage fee in addition to the regular moorage fee. The storage charge shall be equivalent to the moorage fee as set forth in the fee schedule pursuant to WMC § 14.11.005.
(Ord. 1097, 2/10/2026) | true | Rules | Nuisance | counties | ak | null | city_borough_of_wrangell | -0.988281 | -0.634766 | 0.219116 | -1.104492 |
### § 14.10.030. Condition survey requirement (24-month inactivity). | A marine condition survey shall be required for any Inactive Vessel after 24 consecutive months. The Inactive Vessel owner shall, by the end of the twenty-fifth month and annually on the same date thereafter while the vessel remains an Inactive Vessel, provide the Borough with a marine condition survey. The survey must... | true | Rules | Nuisance | counties | ak | null | city_borough_of_wrangell | 1.170898 | 0.379395 | 1.410156 | 2.011719 |
### § 14.10.040. Insurance requirement (36-month inactivity). | Insurance shall be required for any Inactive Vessel after 36 consecutive months. The Inactive Vessel owner shall, by the end of the thirty-seventh month and annually on the same date thereafter, provide proof of active Protection and Indemnity (P&I) and Marine Pollution Liability insurance with limits of not less than ... | true | Rules | Nuisance | counties | ak | null | city_borough_of_wrangell | 0.124207 | -0.06311 | 1.237305 | 1.305664 |
### § 14.10.050. Notice and appeal. | The Harbor Department’s records shall be deemed conclusive in determining inactivity. Written notice shall be mailed to the vessel owner’s last known address of record when the vessel has been determined inactive under this section. The vessel owner may appeal the determination by submitting a written objection with su... | true | Enforcement | Nuisance | counties | ak | null | city_borough_of_wrangell | -0.346191 | 0.043762 | 0.372803 | -0.164185 |
## CHAPTER 14.11 | FEES
§ 14.11.005. Fee schedule.
The assembly shall, by resolution, establish fees for the harbor and port facilities. A public hearing of the assembly shall be required on the resolution that establishes such fees.
(Ord. 975 § 2, 2020)
§ 14.11.010. Fee collection and lien.
A. Invoicing. Invoices for fees shall be ... | true | Rules | Business | counties | ak | null | city_borough_of_wrangell | 0.785645 | 0.769531 | -0.557129 | 0.268555 |
## CHAPTER 14.13 | IMPOUNDMENT OF VESSELS
§ 14.13.005. Vessels which may be impounded.
The harbormaster is authorized to impound a vessel under any of the following circumstances:
A. The vessel is within the harbor and is a nuisance, derelict, or abandoned as defined in this title;
B. The fees for which the City and Borough of Wrange... | true | Rules | Nuisance | counties | ak | null | city_borough_of_wrangell | 1.700195 | 0.88623 | 0.253174 | 0.854492 |
## § 14.13.050. Emergency impoundment. | A vessel that threatens the health, or safety, of persons or property, poses a risk of pollution or flight may be impounded immediately without notice or a pre-deprivation hearing. Notice of impoundment and a notice of right to a post-impoundment hearing will be given following impoundment in accordance with the proced... | true | Enforcement | Other | counties | ak | null | city_borough_of_wrangell | 0.708984 | 0.306396 | 0.196899 | 2.039063 |
## § 14.13.060. Disposition of proceeds. | The authorized seller of the impounded vessel is entitled to the proceeds of the sale to the extent that compensation is due to the seller for services rendered with respect to the vessel, including reasonable and customary charges for towing, handling, storage, and the cost of notices and advertising required by AS 30... | true | Rules | Nuisance | counties | ak | null | city_borough_of_wrangell | -0.78418 | 0.197754 | -0.731445 | -0.162964 |
## CHAPTER 14.15 | IMPOUNDMENT OF CARGO OR STORED PROPERTY
§ 14.15.005. Cargo or property which may be impounded.
The harbormaster is authorized to impound cargo or property under any of the following circumstances:
A. Cargo or property on which fees have become delinquent.
B. Cargo or property which is causing or is at risk of causi... | true | Enforcement | Other | counties | ak | null | city_borough_of_wrangell | 0.956543 | 0.689941 | 0.224365 | 1.021484 |
### § 15.04.010. Supply terms generally. | A. The borough will exercise reasonable diligence and care to deliver a continuous and sufficient supply of water to the customer at a proper pressure and to avoid any shortage or interruption in delivery.
B. The borough will serve water at the pressure available and will reduce the pressure where necessary to protect... | true | Rules | Other | counties | ak | null | city_borough_of_wrangell | -0.383057 | -0.8125 | -0.030746 | -0.314209 |
### § 15.04.015. Connection to borough water supply required. | The owner of all houses, buildings or properties used for human occupancy, employment, recreation or other purposes situated within the borough or on borough property and abutting any street, alley or right-of-way in which there is now located or may be in the future located a public water supply of the borough is requ... | true | Rules | Other | counties | ak | null | city_borough_of_wrangell | -0.144653 | -0.335205 | 0.962891 | 0.073975 |
### § 15.04.020. Water quality. | The borough will exercise reasonable diligence to supply safe and potable water at all times.
(Ord. 217 § 5, 1968; prior code § 54.10.015) | true | Rules | Other | counties | ak | null | city_borough_of_wrangell | -0.945801 | -1.573242 | 0.17334 | -0.674805 |
### § 15.04.030. Borough property. | All water mains, valves, fittings, hydrants, and other appurtenances, except customer service lines, shall be the property of the borough.
(Ord. 217 § 5, 1968; prior code § 54.10.020) | true | Rules | Other | counties | ak | null | city_borough_of_wrangell | -1.084961 | -2.046875 | -0.612793 | -1.362305 |
### § 15.04.040. Special contracts. | When the applicant's requirements for water are unusual or large, or necessitate considerable special or reserve equipment or capacity, the borough reserves the right to make special contracts, the provisions of which are different from and have exceptions to the regularly published water rates, and the provisions of t... | true | Rules | Other | counties | ak | null | city_borough_of_wrangell | -0.518066 | 0.361084 | -1.09375 | -0.937988 |
### § 15.04.050. Resale of water. | Resale of water shall only be permitted under special contract, in writing, between the assembly and the person or party selling the water.
(Ord. 935 § 3, 2017; Ord. 217 § 5, 1968; prior code § 54.10.030) | true | Rules | Other | counties | ak | null | city_borough_of_wrangell | -1.066406 | -1.540039 | 0.055176 | -1.126953 |
### § 15.04.060. Service preference. | In case of shortage of supply, the borough reserves the right to give preference in the matter of furnishing service to customers and interests of the borough from the standpoint of public health, safety, convenience or necessity. Water service to persons or entities not connected to the water utility shall be subject ... | true | Rules | Other | counties | ak | null | city_borough_of_wrangell | -0.573242 | -0.79541 | -0.931152 | -0.22998 |
### § 15.04.070. Application for service. | Each applicant for water service shall sign an application form provided by the borough giving date of application, location of premises, whether they have been served before, the date on which applicant desires to have service begin, the purpose for which service is to be used, the address for mailing or delivery of b... | true | Rules | Other | counties | ak | null | city_borough_of_wrangell | -0.124451 | -0.599121 | 0.119324 | -0.317871 |
### § 15.04.080. Deposit required. | All customers requesting new water service shall be required to establish an account with the borough and make a deposit before service is rendered.
The deposit on the customer's account will be refunded, less any amount due the borough for service, when the water service is discontinued.
The assembly shall, by resol... | true | Rules | Other | counties | ak | null | city_borough_of_wrangell | -0.700195 | -1.324219 | 0.581055 | -0.521484 |
### § 15.04.090. Deposits – Terms. | At the time the deposit is given to the borough, the applicant will be given a receipt for the same. The deposit is not to be considered as a payment on account. The deposit will be returned to the customer, less any amount due the borough for service, when service to the customer is discontinued. The borough may, at i... | true | Rules | Nuisance | counties | ak | null | city_borough_of_wrangell | -0.988281 | -0.062073 | -0.109863 | -1.147461 |
### § 15.04.100. Deposits – Forfeiture. | If an account becomes delinquent and it is necessary to turn off the service, the deposit shall be applied to the unpaid balance due. Water service will not be restored to that customer at the same or different premises until all outstanding bills due the borough have been paid and the cash deposit replaced.
(Ord. 21... | true | Enforcement | Other | counties | ak | null | city_borough_of_wrangell | -0.874023 | -0.960449 | 1.34668 | -0.217041 |
### § 15.04.110. Ownership of system and equipment – Service and maintenance. | The borough shall own, install, and maintain all water distribution services and installations; and maintenance and connections shall only be performed by authorized employees or agents of the borough. The customer shall own, install, and maintain the customer service line.
(Ord. 935 § 3, 2017; Ord. 217 § 5, 1968; pr... | true | Rules | Other | counties | ak | null | city_borough_of_wrangell | -1.459961 | -1.364258 | 0.374023 | -0.928223 |
### § 15.04.120. Service connection charge. | **A.** At the time the applicant files for any service where no service previously existed, or if the applicant is filing for a change in service size or location, the applicant shall submit with their application a deposit in an amount, as estimated by the public works director, to cover the direct costs for installat... | true | Rules | Buildings | counties | ak | null | city_borough_of_wrangell | -0.584961 | 0.539063 | 0.22998 | -0.602539 |
### § 15.04.130. Size of service pipe – Changes. | **A.** The borough will furnish and install a service of such size and at such locations as the applicant requests, provided such requests are reasonable and that the minimum size of
City and Borough of Wrangell, AK
§ 15.04.130 WRANGELL CODE § 15.04.170
service pipe shall be three-quarters of an inch. The borough may... | true | Rules | Buildings | counties | ak | null | city_borough_of_wrangell | 0.117798 | 0.630859 | 0.04892 | -0.48877 |
### § 15.04.170. Standby fire protection service – Connections. | Standby fire protection service connections of two-inch size and larger will be installed only if adequate provisions are made to prevent the use of water from such services for purposes other than fire extinguishing. Sealed fire sprinkler systems with water-operated alarms shall be considered as having such provisions... | true | Rules | Buildings | counties | ak | null | city_borough_of_wrangell | -0.913086 | -0.344727 | 0.612793 | 0.60498 |
### § 15.04.180. Standby fire protection service – Charges. | Charges for standby fire protection service will be as stated in the published water rate schedule. No charge will be made for water used in the standby fire protection services to extinguish accidental fires or for routine testing of the fire protection system. The customers shall pay the full cost of the standby fire... | true | Rules | Other | counties | ak | null | city_borough_of_wrangell | -1.15332 | -0.606934 | -0.507813 | 0.081787 |
### § 15.04.190. Standby fire protection service – Violations of regulations. | If water is used from a standby pipe connection service in violation of these regulations, an estimate of the amount used will be computed by the borough. The customer shall pay for the water used at the regular rates, including the minimum charge based on the size of the service connection and subsequent bills rendere... | true | Enforcement | Other | counties | ak | null | city_borough_of_wrangell | -0.193726 | -0.589844 | -0.014862 | -0.246948 |
### § 15.04.200. Other fire protection services. | A service having fire protection facilities on the premises and water for other purposes flowing through the same service connection shall be considered as an ordinary service and shall be metered. All water used through that service, regardless of its use, will be charged at the regular rates.
(Ord. 217 § 5, 1968; pr... | true | Rules | Other | counties | ak | null | city_borough_of_wrangell | -1.254883 | -1.001953 | -0.969238 | -0.932129 |
### § 15.04.205. Meters – Where required. | Water meters shall be required for all services except:
A. Residential service to two or fewer units used solely for residential purposes, or any number of mobile homes; and
B. Fire protection service lines not used in any manner for unmetered domestic supply; and
C. Commercial/industrial properties where water is o... | true | Rules | Other | counties | ak | null | city_borough_of_wrangell | -0.150269 | -0.262695 | 0.364502 | -0.521973 |
### § 15.04.208. Meter deposit required. | All customers requesting a water meter shall be required to deposit with the borough a water meter deposit.
The assembly shall, by resolution, establish fees and rates for water. A public hearing shall be required on the resolution that establishes such fees and rates.
(Ord. 1020 § 2, 2022; Ord. 935 § 5, 2017) | true | Rules | Other | counties | ak | null | city_borough_of_wrangell | -0.683105 | -1.642578 | 0.144043 | -0.805176 |
### § 15.04.210. Meters – Damage prevention. | The customer shall use all possible care to prevent damage to the meter or to any other loaned facilities of the borough. If the meter or other facilities are damaged, the cost of making repairs shall be assessed to the customer. If the loaned materials are returned in satisfactory condition and all bills paid, the ful... | true | Rules | Other | counties | ak | null | city_borough_of_wrangell | -1.232422 | -1.432617 | 0.1875 | -0.126465 |
### § 15.04.220. Meters – Control valve and stop. | A. Customers shall install a suitable control valve in the customer service line as close to the meter as possible, the operation of which will control the entire water supply to the premises served.
B. It is a violation of this chapter for the customer to operate or cause unauthorized operation of the meter stop or a... | true | Rules | Buildings | counties | ak | null | city_borough_of_wrangell | -0.37085 | -0.958496 | 0.593262 | 0.000779 |
### § 15.04.230. Meters – Ownership and maintenance. | The borough will own and maintain all water meters. The borough will not pay rent or any other charge for a meter or other water facilities, including housing and connections, located on a customer's premises.
(Ord. 217 § 5, 1968; prior code § 54.10.130) | true | Rules | Other | counties | ak | null | city_borough_of_wrangell | -1.5625 | -1.864258 | -0.271484 | -1.198242 |
### § 15.04.240. Meters – Installation. | Installation of water meters shall be performed only by authorized employees or agents of the borough. All meters shall be sealed by the borough at the time of installation, and no seal shall be altered or broken except by one of its authorized employees or agents.
(Ord. 217 § 5, 1968; prior code § 54.10.135) | true | Rules | Other | counties | ak | null | city_borough_of_wrangell | -1.304688 | -1.71582 | 0.545898 | -1.007813 |
### § 15.04.245. Meters – Submeters. | The utility shall install one meter for multiple-occupancy buildings owned by a single entity or individual. If the owner desires individual meters for each unit, the owners shall install meters at the owner's expense, as well as read and bill the tenants at the owner's cost. The utility shall have no interest or respo... | true | Rules | Other | counties | ak | null | city_borough_of_wrangell | -0.956055 | -0.682617 | -0.538574 | -1.206055 |
### § 15.04.250. Meters – Size and type. | Applicant may request and receive any size meter regularly stocked or furnished by the borough, provided the request is reasonable; and further provided, that the meter is not greatly oversized or undersized, as determined by the public works director. The borough reserves the right to determine the type of meter to be... | true | Rules | Other | counties | ak | null | city_borough_of_wrangell | -0.830078 | -1.142578 | -0.816406 | -1.420898 |
### § 15.04.260. Meters – Location. | The property owner shall provide a place for installation of the meter that is acceptable to the water utility. The meter will be installed wherever the applicant desires within reason, but the location must be approved by the borough. The meter will not be located in driveways or other locations where drainage to the ... | true | Rules | Buildings | counties | ak | null | city_borough_of_wrangell | -0.038757 | -0.614258 | 0.290527 | -0.559082 |
### § 15.04.270. Meters – Joint use services. | The joining of several customers to take advantage of the single minimum charges and large quantity rates shall be prohibited; except under special contract, in writing, with the assembly.
(Ord. 217 § 5, 1968; prior code § 54.10.150) | true | Rules | Other | counties | ak | null | city_borough_of_wrangell | -1.145508 | -0.437744 | 0.250244 | -0.806641 |
### § 15.04.280. Meters – Changes in size or location. | If, for any reason, a change in size of a meter and service is required, the installation will be accomplished on the basis of a new connection, and the customer’s application shall be amended. Meters or services moved for the convenience of the customer will be relocated only at the customer’s expense.
(Ord. 217 § 5,... | true | Rules | Other | counties | ak | null | city_borough_of_wrangell | -1.273438 | -0.944824 | 0.301514 | -1.389648 |
### § 15.04.290. Water rates – Publication. | The water rates to be charged for size of service, including minimum charges, charges for water used over the specified minimum, charges for specified commercial users, and service connection charges, shall be published in separate schedules. These schedules, approved by the assembly by resolution, shall become a part ... | true | Rules | Other | counties | ak | null | city_borough_of_wrangell | -1.049805 | -0.921875 | -1.00293 | -1.070313 |
### § 15.04.300. Notices to customer. | Notices from the district to the customer will normally be given in writing and either mailed or delivered to him at his last known address. Where conditions warrant, and in emergencies, the borough may notify customers either by telephone, social media or other generally acceptable means of communicating with a large ... | true | Rules | Other | counties | ak | null | city_borough_of_wrangell | -0.821777 | -0.847656 | -0.55957 | -0.728027 |
## § 15.04.310. Notices from customer. | Notices from the customer to the borough may be given by the customer or his authorized representative in writing at the office of the borough or to an agent of the borough duly authorized to receive notices or complaints.
(Ord. 935 § 6, 2017; Ord. 217 § 5, 1968; prior code § 54.10.170) | false | Process | null | counties | ak | null | city_borough_of_wrangell | -0.952637 | -1.395508 | -1.001953 | -1.466797 |
## § 15.04.320. Meter readings. | A. Meters will be read and customers billed on the basis of the meter reading to the nearest 1,000 gallons; that is, no charge will be made for amounts from one to 499 gallons, and the charge for amounts from 500 to 999 gallons will be for 1,000 gallons.
B. The borough will keep an accurate account on its books of all... | true | Rules | Other | counties | ak | null | city_borough_of_wrangell | -1.078125 | -0.657227 | -0.389404 | -0.769531 |
## § 15.04.330. Flat rates. | Where meters have not been installed, nor rates set for meters, the customers shall be charged on the basis of the charges as set forth in schedules adopted pursuant to WMC § 15.04.290.
(Ord. 370 § 5, 1978; prior code § 54.10.180) | true | Rules | Other | counties | ak | null | city_borough_of_wrangell | -1.286133 | -0.567871 | -0.618652 | -1.49707 |
## § 15.04.340. Billing period. | Meters shall be read and bills shall be rendered monthly.
(Ord. 217 § 5, 1968; prior code § 54.10.185) | true | Rules | Other | counties | ak | null | city_borough_of_wrangell | -1.250977 | -1.785156 | -0.62793 | -1.448242 |
## § 15.04.350. Bills – Proration of certain. | Opening or closing bills, or bills that for any other reason cover a period containing 10 percent more days or 10 percent less days than in the normal billing period, shall be prorated.
(Ord. 935 § 6, 2017; Ord. 217 § 5, 1968; prior code § 54.10.190) | true | Rules | Other | counties | ak | null | city_borough_of_wrangell | -0.898926 | -1.523438 | -0.79541 | -1.079102 |
## § 15.04.360. Bills – Separate required – Exception. | All meters or services supplying a customer's premises shall be billed separately, except that where the borough has, for operating purposes, installed two or more meters or services in place of one, the readings may be combined for billing.
(Ord. 217 § 5, 1968; prior code § 54.10.195) | true | Rules | Other | counties | ak | null | city_borough_of_wrangell | -1.047852 | -1.363281 | -0.596191 | -1.30957 |
## § 15.04.363. Bills – Adjustments – Refunds. | No adjustments in customer's monthly billing rate will be made, except upon the written request of the customer. The customer shall be responsible for notifying the borough of changes in their establishment which may require a change in monthly rate. Upon written request, a monthly billing rate shall be adjusted by the... | true | Rules | Other | counties | ak | null | city_borough_of_wrangell | -0.82959 | -0.290283 | 0.504883 | -0.936523 |
### § 15.04.370. Bills – Disputes. | When a customer disputes the correctness of a bill, he shall deposit the amount of the disputed bill at the time the complaint is lodged, to preclude discontinuance of service pending final settlement of the bill or bills. Subsequent bills shall be paid or placed on deposit in a similar manner. Failure of the customer ... | true | Enforcement | Other | counties | ak | null | city_borough_of_wrangell | -0.657715 | -1.475586 | 0.651855 | 0.034821 |
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