For the purpose of this chapter, the following definitions shall apply unless the context clearly indicates or requires a different meaning.
GARBAGE. The general accumulations of animal, fruit, or vegetable matter that attend the preparation, use, cooking, dealing in, or storage of meat, fish, fowl, fruits, or vegetables, and containers originally used for foodstuffs.
RECYCLABLES. Tin and aluminum cans, clear glass, brown glass, green jars and bottles, chip board, newsprint, and #1 and #2 plastic.
REFUSE. The general accumulations of waste materials as may be accumulated day to day in an average residential unit, including papers, cartons, boxes, furniture, box springs, mattresses, bath tubs, and discarded appliances, but shall not include the items as broken concrete, building materials, rocks, fallen trees, dirt, or any household item too large to be placed in a compactor-type truck. Yard waste (trees, shrubs, grass clippings, and leaves) are not considered rubbish.
RUBBISH. Includes garbage, refuse, or both.
YARD WASTE. Any waste materials typically derived from landscaping, including, but not limited to, grass clippings, leaves, and shrubbery.
(Ord. 2001-M-03, passed 4-24-2001)