For the purpose of this chapter, the following definitions shall apply unless the context clearly indicates or requires a different meaning.
GARBAGE. Organic waste resulting from the preparation of food and decayed and spoiled food from any source.
RECYCLABLES. Paper, plastic, tin cans, aluminum, motor oil, glass and other metal goods, each separated or otherwise prepared so as to be acceptable to the recycling center where they are to be deposited.
RECYCLING CENTER. Premises within the city approved by the Council for receipt, storage and processing of recyclables, and premises outside the city approved as a recycling center by the local unit of government having jurisdiction.
REFUSE. Includes, garbage and rubbish, but shall not include sewage.
RUBBISH. Non-garbage solid waste such as tin cans, glass, paper, sweepings, clippings, ash and the like.
(1978 Code, § 501.01)