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For the purpose of this chapter the following definitions shall apply unless the context clearly indicates or requires a different meaning.
“APPROVED COLLECTION CART.” A waste collection cart issued by the waste collection entity awarded the franchise or contract to exclusively collect residential solid waste and recycling in Elsmere.
"ASHES." The residue resulting from the burning of wood, coal, coke, or other combustible material.
"DISPOSAL." The storage, collection, disposal, or handling of refuse.
“EXCESS GRASS/YARD CLIPPINGS.” The cuttings and/or clippings of grass, shrubbery, vines, leaves or other natural materials which result from the care, and/or maintenance of the real estate within the city which accumulation is in excess of one gallon of volume.
"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 garbage, ashes, and rubbish.
"RUBBISH." Glass, metal, paper, plant growth, wood, or nonputrescible solid wastes.
('76 Code, § 80.01) (Am. Ord. 1716-2016, passed 4-12-16; Am. Ord. 1747-2018, passed 3-13-18; Am. Ord. 1755-2018, passed 6-12-18)
(A) All refuse 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.
('76 Code, § 80.02) (Am. Ord. 1716-2016, passed 4-12-16)
(A) Refuse containers shall be made of durable, water-tight, rust-resistant material having a close-fitting lid and handles to facilitate collection or if plastic bags are used, they shall be of heavy duty construction and securely tied.
(B) Refuse containers for residence shall be of not less than ten gallons, nor more than 32 gallons in capacity. Containers for commercial establishments shall not exceed 40 gallons in capacity.
(C) It shall be unlawful to permit the accumulation or residue of liquids, solids, or a combination of such material on the bottom or sides of containers, it being the intention of this provision that the interior of containers shall be kept clean by thorough rinsing and draining as often as necessary.
(D) Paper or wooden boxes may be used as containers for rubbish, provided such boxes when filled do not exceed 32 pounds in weight. Large stones and hot ashes will not be collected.
(E) Large containers to be handled by special equipment may be used if the contract collector has equipment to handle such containers. The containers must have tight lids, and be placed on the premises where the collector has ready access.
(F) The approved waste collection cart issued by the company or entity awarded the city's solid waste and recycling collection franchise shall be used as the primary receptacle for a resident's solid waste refuse and recycling material, unless a medical or disability condition exists that would prevent the resident from using the approved collection cart. Other trash receptacles may be used by residents as a secondary or backup solid waste container.
('76 Code, § 80.03) (Am. Ord. 1716-2016, passed 4-12-16) Penalty, see § 51.99
(A) Each householder, commercial establishment, or person having refuse shall provide himself with approved refuse containers and shall place and keep all refuse therein.
(B) Containers shall not be placed on the street right-of-way prior to 6:00 p.m., local time, on the day before scheduled collections, and shall be removed to the rear of the premises, or the side yard if adequately screened from view, before 9:30 a.m., local time, the day following scheduled collections.
(C) It shall be unlawful to place refuse in any street, alley, stream, body of water, or any other public place, or upon private property, whether owned or not, unless the refuse is placed in an approved container.
('76 Code, § 80.04) Penalty, see § 51.99
(A) For the purpose of collection, refuse containers shall be placed at ground level, and be made readily accessible to the collector. They shall be on the side of street from which collection is to be made.
(B) Notwithstanding the provisions of division (A) above, householders, commercial establishments, or other persons may, by contract with collectors, be permitted to place containers at agreed places upon their premises.
(C) Hotels, restaurants, institutions, and commercial establishments within the city are required to obtain waste collection service and may be required to have more frequent collection, if determined by the City Council to be essential to protect the public health.
('76 Code, § 80.05) (Am. Ord. 1716-2016, passed 4-12-16; Am. Ord. 1747-2018, passed 3-13-18)
(A) No person shall collect, remove, haul, or convey any refuse through or upon any of the streets or alleys of the city, or dispose of the same in any manner or place without obtaining a license from the city.
(B) Every person who shall apply for a license under this section shall state the type of refuse to be collected, the manner of collection, and the place and method of disposal.
('76 Code, § 80.06) (Am. Ord. 1716-2016, passed 4-12-16) Penalty, see § 51.99
All vehicles used for collection of garbage shall be equipped with compacting devices or equivalent types of closed bodies and shall have enclosed cargo space.
('76 Code, § 80.07) (Am. Ord. 1716-2016, passed 4-12-16) Penalty, see § 51.99
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