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.
REFUSE. Garbage and rubbish, but shall not include sewage.
RUBBISH. Non-garbage solid waste such as tin cans, glass, paper, sweepings, clippings, ash and similar or like materials.
(1998 Code, § 3.60, Subd. 1)