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A. Within 90 days of a surface mining operation becoming idle, the operator shall submit to the City a proposed interim management plan (IMP). The proposed IMP shall provide measures the operator will implement to maintain the site in a stable condition, taking into consideration public health and safety. The proposed IMP shall be submitted on forms provided by the City, and shall be processed as an amendment to the reclamation plan.

B. The IMP may remain in effect for a period not to exceed five years, at which time the City may renew the IMP for another period not to exceed five years, or require the operator to commence reclamation in accordance with its approved reclamation plan.

C. Financial assurances for idle operations shall be maintained as though the operation were active. (Ord. 2921 § 3, 2003).