CHAPTER 50: GARBAGE AND REFUSE
Section
   50.01   Definitions
   50.02   Preparation of refuse and garbage
   50.03   Containers
   50.04   Storage of refuse and garbage
   50.05   Collection practices
   50.06   Bulk items
 
   50.99   Penalty
Editor’s note:
   Garbage and refuse service for the city is performed by independent contractors under agreement with the city.
§ 50.01 DEFINITIONS.
   For the purpose of this chapter, the following definitions shall apply unless the context clearly indicates or requires a different meaning.
   ASHES. The residue resulting from the burning of wood, coal, coke or other combustible material.
   DISPOSAL. The storage, collection, disposal or handling of refuse or garbage.
   GARBAGE. All animal and vegetable wastes resulting from the handling, preparation, cooking or consumption of foods.
   REFUSE. All solid wastes, except body wastes, and shall include ashes and rubbish.
   RUBBISH. Glass, metal, paper, plant growth, wood or non-putrescible solid wastes.
(1997 Code, § 51.01) (Ord. 2-1-03, passed 3-5-2003)
§ 50.02 PREPARATION OF REFUSE AND GARBAGE.
   (A)   All refuse and garbage shall be drained free of liquids before disposal.
   (B)   Garbage shall be wrapped in paper or similar material.
   (C)   All cans, bottles, or other food containers shall be rinsed free of food particles and drained before disposal.
   (D)   Rubbish shall be either placed in approved containers, or cut and baled, tied, bundled, stacked or packaged so as not to exceed 36 inches in length and 50 pounds in weight.
(1997 Code, § 51.02) (Ord. 2-1-03, passed 3-5-2003) Penalty, see § 50.99
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