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(3) The County may bring a civil action for the recovery of all recoverable expenses against any and all persons causing or responsible for the placement of the individual or individuals in a situation of imminent danger. (d) For the purposes of this section, "recoverable expenses"means those expenses that are reasonable, necessary, and allocable to the clearing of an occupied lot of refuse, uncultivated undergrowth, and unsafe flora pursuant to this article. Expenses allowable for recovery may include,but are not limited to: (1) Materials and supplies acquired, consumed, and expended specifically for the purpose of the lot clearing. (2) Compensation of employees for the time and efforts devoted specifically for the purpose of the lot clearing. (3) Rental or leasing of equipment used specifically for the lot clearing, such as protective equipment or clothing,bulldozers, or backhoes. (4) Repair costs for equipment owned by the County that is damaged during the lot clearing. (5) Replacement costs for equipment owned by the County that is damaged beyond use or repair, if the equipment was a total loss and the loss occurred during the lot clearing. (6) Special technical services specifically required for the lot clearing, such as costs associated with the time and efforts of technical experts or specialists not otherwise provided by the County. (7) Other special services specifically required for the lot clearing. (8) Medical expenses that may be incurred as a result of the lot clearing. (9) Legal expenses that may be incurred as a result of the lot clearing, including efforts to recover expenses pursuant to this article. (e) Nothing in this section shall be construed to create any liability to the County for any damages incurred as a cause of action or inaction. Section 14-153. Service of notice. The notice to the property owner required under section 14-152 shall be sent to the property owner by mailing it to the owner's last known address and by posting a copy of the notice upon the lot that requires the clearing." SECTION 3. The Hawai`i County Code 1983 (2016 Edition, as amended) is amended by adding a new chapter 20 to read as follows: "CHAPTER 20. INTEGRATED SOLID WASTE MANAGEMENT. Article 1. General Provisions. Section 20-01-01. Title and purpose. (a) The provisions of this chapter, inclusive of any amendments, shall be known as the integrated solid waste management code. (b) Purpose. The purpose of this chapter is to protect the environment through the management and operation of all solid waste programs and facilities of the County. 5