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MISCELLANEOUS CITY
REGULATIONS Outdoor burning is not allowed within the city limits. (CMC 8.08.050)
The discharge of firearms is prohibited within the city limits. (CMC 9.90)
Snow removal from sidewalks is the responsibility of the adjacent landowner within 24 hours after snowfall. It is unlawful to deposit snow in City streets or alleys. (CMC 12.12)
Parking is prohibited on the streets or alleys of Cashmere between the hours of 4:00 a.m. and 7:30 a.m. during the months of November through March, subject to towing and fine. This is to allow for snow removal. (CMC 10.88)
Overnight parking in City parking lots is prohibited at all times, with the exception of a designated area in the City parking lot on Aplets Way and the library parking lot for residents with no off-street parking. No vehicle may be parked on any street, alley or right of way for more than 48 hours. Trailers may not be parked overnight on any city street. (CMC 10.84.040)
Parking vehicles for sale is prohibited in City parking lots. (CMC 10.76.100)
Dog licenses are required for any
dog residing in the city, four months of age or older. Licenses can be
obtained at Wenatchee Valley Humane Society after January 1. Licenses
expire every year on February 28. After March 1 of each year a late
fee will apply, with the exception of a new dog to the area. BUILDING
PERMITS BUILDING PERMIT REQUIREMENTS (CMC TITLE 15)
Building permit applications may be submitted at City Hall. The information required for a building permit application includes the following: v Two sets of structural plans v Site plan showing dimensions of property, placement of all buildings on the property, and relationship of building to property lines. v Dimensions of all buildings including new construction. v Contractor’s name, mailing address, phone number & Washington State Contractor’s license number. v Parcel number v Legal description v Lending Institution or bonding firm name, address and phone number (RCW 19.27.095)
1. Any new construction, remodeling or addition that modifies the roof or foundation structure or a bearing wall of the building. This does not include interior improvements which do not affect the structural integrity of the building such as new flooring, wall coverings, etc. 2. Fences - A permit is issued to ensure the builder is aware of zoning requirements. 3. Sprinkler systems - A permit is issued to ensure that the installer places a backflow prevention device between the city water system and the private residence. 4. Wood stoves - A permit is issued for new installations or an inspection of any previous installation. 5. Swimming pools, both in-ground and above ground. 6. Decks over 30” above ground level or roofed decks. 7. Retaining walls over 4’ tall as measured from the bottom of the footing to the top of the wall. 8. Installation of propane tanks 9. Installation of gas appliances/fireplace logs 10.
Installation/decommissioning of underground
storage tanks.
CASHMERE CEMETERYCashmere owns, maintains and operates the cemetery located at Pioneer Avenue and Evergreen Drive. All arrangements for plots, interments, marker settings and vases must be made through City Hall. Grave markers may also be purchased at City Hall. A publication containing cemetery regulations may be viewed at City Hall. SANITATION/REFUSE PICKUPThe City Sanitation Department not only handles refuse pickup for the entire city, but also runs a comprehensive recycling program. Please refer to the recycling section for pickup information and a map of drop off points.
Place your can at the curb no later than 7:00 a.m.
HOLIDAY PICKUP SCHEDULEIf your pickup day falls on a holiday it will be collected the next working day, with the exception of Thanksgiving when Thursday’s refuse will be picked up on Wednesday and Friday’s refuse will be picked up on the following Monday.
BRUSH DISPOSAL WEEKLY GRASS CLIPPING PICKUPWeekly pickup of grass
clippings, for a charge, may be arranged by calling City Hall at 782-3513.
Chopped weeds, leaves and flowers will also be picked up, but no woody
material will be accepted. Residents provide a 32-gallon can to hold the
trimmings, clearly identified on the outside that it is grass and placed
near your garbage can pickup area by 7:00 a.m. each Monday. This service
will be provided April through October.
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RECYCLE PREPARATION
Newspaper: Dry Newspaper only.
Corrugated Cardboard: (Look for wavy layer) NO
waxed cardboard or pizza boxes.
Break down flat & keep dry.
Mixed paper/Magazines: Magazines and chipboard – (single layer
cardboard), cereal boxes
(remove inside packaging), chipboard 6-pack holders, scrap or waste paper,
junk mail, computer
paper, etc.
Clean: Please NO
soiled tissue or napkins, greasy pizza boxes or waxed cardboard.
Break down flat & keep dry.
Aluminum Cans: Cans are the only aluminum we collect.
Tin Cans: Rinse clean, labels okay.
#1 Plastic: Liter, and 2 liter soda bottles, water bottles. Screw
top only, transparent plastic.
Discard caps.
#2 Plastic: Milk jugs, etc. Screw top only. Rinse and
discard caps. No colored or white plastic.
NO oil containers of any kind
(cooking or engine)
Office paper: White paper only.
#2 Plastic oil and chemical bottles.
Styrofoam of ANY KIND
#2 Plastic tubs.
(Margarine tubs, etc.)
Plastic Toys, sleds, etc.
Dry cell batteries
Plastic #’s 3, 4, 5, 6, 7
Wet or soiled paper,
napkins, tissues, etc.
Oil/Chemical containers
Plastic-coated milk/juice cartons
(engine or cooking)
Pizza Boxes
Glass bottles and jars
CITY PARKS AND RECREATION
The City of Cashmere owns and maintains seven city parks at the following locations:

Airport Park (Mini Park)
From the early 1990’s and until 2008 this .48 acre park has
been used as a local community garden by residents of Fisher Street.
The park is generally flat with turf and shade trees.
Ardeta Park (Mini Park)
This tiny park is an oasis in the
center of Cashmere. The City Christmas tree is located in Ardeta Park.
In the early 1960’s the Ardeta Jr. Women’s Club began a campaign to acquire
a rundown service station and convert the property located at the corner of
Cottage Avenue and Aplets Way “for a spot of beauty in downtown Cashmere”.
The Club obtained an option to purchase the property for $4,500 and raised
the funds needed through donations. The Club also removed the old
buildings and equipment. By 1967, the Club completed their goal and
dedicated the park to the City.
Railroad Park (Mini Park)
Railroad Park is a .25 acre parcel
located next to the Burlington Northern Santa Fe railroad tracks across from
Liberty Orchards Aplets & Cotlets at the corner of Mission and Aplets Way.
Cashmere’s Federated Women’s Club founded the park and provides ongoing
landscaping assistance. The City cooperates with the club by leasing
the property from Burlington Northern railroad and provides some
maintenance. The club also provided three (3) picnic tables.
River Street Park (Mini Park)
This is a small .68 acre mini park
located on River Street. The old City Hall was located on this site until it
was torn down in the late 1990s. The site features mature trees and
picnic tables.
Cottage Avenue Park (Neighborhood Park)
Cottage Avenue Park is a small .76
acre neighborhood park located on Cottage Avenue between Parkhill Street and
Vine Street. In 1919 Mr. E.C. Long donated to the Town of Cashmere
three quarters of an acre from his orchard for the purpose of forming a
park. During the 1920’s and 1930’s the park had a small bandstand
where a “Town Band” performed weekly concerts. The park helps to
establish an aesthetic quality for Cottage Avenue and is an important area
in the Tree City Program. The park features children’s play equipment
and picnic tables.
Simpson Park (Neighborhood Park)
Simpson Park is a 4.82 acre park
that is located on Pioneer Avenue between Chapel Street and Tigner Road.
In his last will and testament, Mr. O.G. France left to the “Citizens of
Cashmere” property to be used for public recreation. To clarify the
bequest, the Superior Court ruled in 1947 that the Town of Cashmere would be
vested with the title to the property “in trust” for the purposes of
providing recreation. The original name of the park was “Cashmere Play
Grounds”. The park features a small playground, picnic tables, gravel
parking, and two (2) softball fields which are maintained by Cashmere School
District.
Riverside Park (Community Park)
This 7.32 acre park was opened in
1987 and is the centerpiece of the park system. It is a popular
destination for rafters and hosts a number of special events ranging from
Founders Days to the Farmers Market and soccer events. It features a
multi-use soccer and softball field, open space, play equipment, sand
volleyball court, picnic area, parking, Riverside Trail access and boat ramp
access to the Wenatchee River. Picnic tables were installed in 1996 by
donation from the Cashmere Lions Club. The softball backstop was
donated by Mission Creek Community Club and constructed as an Eagle Scout
project, and the playground equipment was purchased in 1997 with a grant
from Cashmere/Douglas Community Network and Together! for Drug Free Youth.
The City accepts reservations for the picnic area at the east end of the park. Applications are available at City Hall. A non-refundable application fee and a fully-refundable cleaning deposit are required.
The Cashmere Riverside Center is
also located in Riverside Park. This 8000 square foot facility is
available for rent to individuals, groups and organizations by calling
(509)782-2178.
Riverside
Trail - The first segment of the Riverside trail extends from Aplets Way,
through Riverside Park and ends at North Douglas Street. This is a
primary trail that when completed will extend approximately 20 miles from
Leavenworth, through Riverside Park to Wenatchee. The project is
included in both the City of Wenatchee and Leavenworth’s Comprehensive Plan
and Chelan County’s Parks and Recreation Comprehensive Plan. The
Chelan Douglas Land Trust is working to assist in the development of the
project.
Cashmere Water Park (Recreational)
Cashmere’s swimming pool was built
for the purpose of offering area residents a safe alternative to swimming in
the Wenatchee River. Over many years that role has expanded to become
a place where children learn to swim and have fun with their friends.
Easy access to the pool allows children to frequently attend as they can get
to the pool by walking or bicycling.
The first community “pool” was
established in the 1920’s. In 1936 improvements were made by building
a concrete pool and a bathhouse. A water filtering system was
installed in 1950. The present bathhouse was constructed in 1979. In
2001, Cashmere received a grant from Washington Wildlife and Recreation
Coalition to reconstruct the pool. The project was completed in 2003.
The pool is available for rent for
parties during off hours. Applications are available at the pool
office.
Water Park Schedule
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Monday ‑ Friday |
6:00‑ 8:00 |
Adult lap swim |
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Summer swim team |
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10:00-12:30 |
Lessons |
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12:00- 1:00 |
Swimnastics |
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1:00 ‑ 5:00 |
Open swim |
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5:00 ‑ 6:00 |
Adult lap swim |
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Open swim |
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Saturday & Sunday |
1:00 - 5:00 |
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5:00 ‑ 6:00 |
Lap swim |
GENERAL UTILITY AND BILLING POLICIES
GENERAL
Cashmere provides three utility services - water, wastewater and sanitation.
Water meters are read the last three working days of the month and
statements are mailed within the first week of the succeeding month.
APPLICATION AND CONTRACT FOR
SERVICE (CMC 13.01.070)
Application for utility service may be made by visiting City Hall.
City Hall staff will assist you in filling out a short application and
collect an account service charge.
When service is put back into the
landowner's name between renters, the landowner shall pay a prorated share
of the minimum billing for that month, plus any usage over the prorated
minimum gallons.
All utility charges for
multi-family dwellings shall be billed to the property owner, not the
tenant. Utility billings for single-family dwellings shall be billed
to only one person, whether the owner or tenant. Duplexes with only
one water meter shall be considered multi-family dwellings for the purposes
of this section. (CMC 13.01.260)
Access to meters shall be kept
clear of permanent obstructions such as dirt, debris, landscaping, rock,
etc. The City may remove such obstructions at the property owner’s
expense.
In cases where two or more customers receive service during a calendar month, the City Clerk-Treasurer shall prorate the charges per day. In no case will more than one minimum charge per utility service be charged during one month.
Bills will be mailed to the billing
address furnished by the customer, and failure to receive a bill will not
release the customer from obligation of payment when due.
· See “Disconnection of Service for Non-Payment”.
May of each year will be an
adjustment month. Any overpayment will be applied to the bill for the
next year, any underpayment will be due on the regular May due date.
Equal payments for the next year will be adjusted either up or down to
reflect the average for the previous year.
If at any time, the account becomes
more than 30 days past due, the full amount owing becomes due and payable,
and the equal payment agreement shall terminate.
If sufficient funds are not
available in the account at the time the payment is due, the payment will be
considered delinquent, a late payment penalty will be added, and the return
will be treated as an NSF check. See the returned check policy in this
section. If an automatic payment NSF is received two times during a
twelve-month period, the customer will be withdrawn from the Automatic
Payment Plan.
A non-payment notification fee has been added to the account, and
If payment in full is not received in City Hall office by 10:00 a.m. the following morning the service will be disconnected and an additional reconnection fee will be added.
Drop box may be used in this instance only to avoid disconnection.
The non-payment notification fee
is due and payable after 5:00 p.m. on the last working day of the month
regardless of receipt of notification.
If payment has not been received by 10:00 a.m. the following morning City personnel will disconnect utility service and leave a door hanger with the following information:
Amount due including an additional reconnection fee.
If reconnection is to be performed after 3:00 p.m. an after-hours reconnection fee will be charged.
The reconnection fee is payable after 10:00 a.m. regardless of whether or
not disconnection has been performed.
RETURNED CHECKS
There will be a returned check fee for all checks returned to the City for
non-sufficient funds or account closed. The customer will be notified
by telephone or mail of receipt of a returned check, at which time the
customer must make arrangements with the City Clerk-Treasurer to pay the
amount of the check plus the returned check fee in cash. Failure to
make satisfactory arrangements for payment of the returned check will
result in disconnection of the service for which the check was originally
written.
The City shall require cash payment
of utility or other billings after receipt by the City of three returned
checks in a 24-month period.
Informal Conference: The customer's right to an informal conference to discuss a disputed bill or inability to pay their bill. The customer may appear in person at City Hall, or may confer by telephone at (509) 782-3513 during normal business hours (9:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m., Monday through Friday).
The
customer may be represented by counsel of his/her own choosing. The
customer shall be entitled to present his/her position to the
Clerk-Treasurer. The City shall advise the customer of the reasons for
the City's determination.
Disputed Bills:
A customer who disputes the amount of his/her bill,
shall have the right to an informal conference with the City Clerk-Treasurer
prior to the date shown on the disconnection notice. The
Clerk-Treasurer shall review the amount of the disputed bill and may adjust
it if it is found to be in error.
Appeal: If the customer is not satisfied with the determination of the Clerk-Treasurer concerning his/her request for adjustment of a disputed bill, the customer shall have the right of appeal to the Cashmere City Council. The customer shall give notice to the City Clerk-Treasurer of his or her request for appeal. The Clerk-Treasurer shall place the appeal on the earliest possible council meeting agenda. The customer may appear in person before the Council or appeal in writing to the City Council.
Specific Rights: The customer has the right to inspect City records regarding customer's account during regular City business hours; to present independent evidence to the Clerk-Treasurer; and to be represented by an attorney, or other agent.
APPEALS OF HIGH USAGE WATER
BILLS DUE TO LEAKS
When abnormally high usage is determined by the City Water Department to
be due to a leak, a significantly high billing may be appealed to the City
Clerk-Treasurer provided the leak was not caused by the intentional act of
the utility customer or his agents or employees.
Significantly high means the water portion of the utility billing is over $100 more than the ordinary billing for that month according to the billing history for the account. The Clerk-Treasurer or designee may agree to limit the affected billing to not more than the historical billing for the month in question plus ten percent of the total actual metered water billing amount. Such appeals may only be made for the first month’s billing that is significantly high as a result of the leak.
If billing relief is granted, the
customer shall be responsible for documentation to the city, in the form of
a receipt or City inspection, that the leak has been repaired within 30 days
of the first significantly high billing resulting from the leak.
Failure to repair the leak and provide the required documentation within 30
days will result in the entire bill, plus all applicable penalties, becoming
due and payable to the City.
DEFERRED PAYMENT PROGRAM
A customer who is unable to pay the full amount of his or her bill due
to financial difficulties shall have the right to request payment deferment
for a specified amount of time.
The customer shall complete a
“Deferred Payment Application” form. Deferred payments may be
requested only once per quarter. Deferred payments must be approved by
the Clerk-Treasurer. Permission to defer payment must be received from
the property owner before a deferred payment agreement will be entered into
by the City.
The Clerk-Treasurer shall make
every effort to arrange a reasonable and feasible payment program for a
customer with financial difficulties making it impossible to pay the full
amount of the bill.
CONNECTION AND DISCONNECTION OF
SERVICE
The disconnection of service for any cause shall not release the
customer from the obligation to pay for services received or amounts
specified in the City's service regulations or any written contract with the
customer. The City shall not be liable for injury, loss or damage
resulting from disconnection.
SERVICE CHARGES (CMC
13.01.070 C)
Account Service Charge: An account service charge is to be collected
when processing each service application, for each new account.
After Hours Connection/Callout Charge
Public works department hours are 7:00 a.m. to 3:30 p.m. There
will be an additional charge, which shall include the account service
charge, for connection of service or other calls that require public works
personnel attention after 3:00 p.m.
Reconnection Charge
Whenever service has been disconnected for non‑compliance with the
City's service regulations, for non‑payment or for fraudulent use, the
service will not be restored until the situation requiring such action has
been corrected to the satisfaction of the City. The customer shall be
advised that there will be a reconnection charge for service reconnected
before 3:00 p.m., and an additional charge for holiday or after-hours
reconnection.
Low Income Seniors
1. Total household income of less than 40% of the state median income for the size of the family. RCW 74.38.020 (6).
2. Ownership or occupancy of property being served utilities within the City’s service area.
3.
Utility service must be contracted by a person
qualifying for the discount.
Low Income Disabled
1. Physical disability prior to application as defined in State of Washington R.C.W. 46.16.381 (1) (a) through (g) qualifying for special parking privileges or a blind person as defined in R.C.W. 74.18.020(4).
2. Household income less than 40% of the state median income for the size of the family. RCW 74.38.020 (6).
3. Ownership or occupancy of property being served utilities within the City's service area.
4. Utility service must be contracted by the disabled person requesting the discount.
If pipes freeze between the meter box and water main, the City will thaw the frozen pipe, at its expense, one time only. Tenants will be informed to leave water running to avoid freezing again.
If a pipe freezes between the meter
box and the home, business, industry, or other point of use, the customer
shall thaw the pipe at his/her expense. The City will not thaw
interior piping because of the risk of fire. If the customer elects to
thaw his/her piping, he/she shall inform the City Water Department and
Chelan County P.U.D. so that measures can be taken to prevent fire.
FIRE HYDRANTS
Obstruction Prohibited (CMC 13.10.220)
It is unlawful for any person to obstruct or hinder the access to any fire
hydrant.
Unauthorized Use Prohibited (CMC 13.10.230)
It is unlawful for all unauthorized persons to open any fire hydrant or
attempt to draw water therefrom or willfully or carelessly injure the same.
MANUFACTURED HOME PARKS
Pursuant to Washington State Law and the City of Cashmere Comprehensive
Land Use Plan, manufactured homes shall be designated as single family
dwellings. Each manufactured home shall be charged the single family
rate for water and wastewater.
Vacant Spaces
Credit
shall be given for vacant spaces upon presentation of the required
documentation. Charges will be prorated per half month. If a
space becomes vacant on or before the 15th of the month, half the
normal wastewater rate will be charged for that space; if the space becomes
vacant after the 15th of the month no credit will be given for
that month. There will be no reduction in rate if a home is removed
and replaced in the same month. Rate reductions shall begin the month
the space becomes vacant or upon notification, whichever is later. An
account service charge shall be paid each time a change is requested.
A penalty
of double the wastewater bill for that space times the number of months not
billed shall be charged when a home is replaced and the City is not notified
within the required time limit.
Required Documentation
1. Rate Reduction
Proof of vacant space in the form of a photograph or other acceptable evidence of vacancy, and
Affidavit signed by the park owner.
2. Replacement of home
Notification within 10 working days of re-occupation
Copy of building permit or other City-approved verification of date of placement
tification within 10 working days of re-occupation
Copy of building permit or other City-approved verification of date of placement
The City bills for services, materials and labor that cannot be added to a utility bill.
Miscellaneous bills under $500.00
are due and payable when issued. For miscellaneous bills over $500.00,
monthly payments may be arranged by signing a time payment agreement.
A finance charge, compounded monthly, will be charged on balances of $50.00
or more.
Payment default
Payments over 30 days past due will be considered in default.
In the case of water/wastewater service repairs, failure to pay an invoice
in a timely manner or neglecting monthly payments will result in
disconnection of the service for which the invoice was presented, and/or a
utility lien on the property. Cemetery plots may be repossessed upon
default of payments, and payments received prior to default shall be
retained by the City as liquidated damages. All other bills may be
turned over to a collection agency upon default.
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