It shall be unlawful for any person, in person or by his agent, employee or servant, to cast, throw, sweep, sift, deposit, place, leave or dump in any manner any debris, garbage, litter, rubbish and refuse, or cause, permit or allow such debris, garbage, litter, rubbish and refuse to be carried, blown, scattered or deposited by the elements, in or upon any street, sidewalk or other public place, river, canal, public water, drain, sewer or receiving basin within the corporate limits of the city. (2003 Code § 6-04-02)