(a) For the purpose of this section, “litter” is defined as follows and shall include garbage, trash, waste, rubbish, ashes, cans, bottles, wire, paper, cartons, boxes, automobile parts, furniture, glass or anything else which is or can become unsightly, dangerous or unsanitary in nature.
(b) No person shall, regardless of intent, without lawful authority, throw, drop, discard, place or deposit litter or cause litter to be thrown, dropped, discarded, placed or deposited on any public property or private property not owned by him or in or on waters of the City, County or State except as disposed of in a litter receptacle in a manner that prevents its being carried away by the elements.
(c) The owner of any real estate shall maintain the property free of litter. If the owner of vacant or open land fails to dispose of litter located on the property which is dangerous to public health, safety or welfare, the code enforcement official shall notify the owner of the problem and include methods to correct the situation. All material used for fill, that is, material that shall not decay from the action of bacteria or fungi, shall be completely covered with dirt within thirty days unless prior written approval is granted by the City Manager or his designated officer.
(d) If any litter is thrown, cast, dumped or discharged from a motor vehicle in violation of this section, such action shall be deemed prima facie evidence that the owner and driver of such motor vehicle intended to violate this section.
(Ord. 728. Passed 9-2-86.)