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.
RECYCLABLE. Includes 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.
REFUSE. Includes garbage and rubbish.
RESIDENCES. Any building used for residential purposes consisting of up to eight dwelling units with individual kitchen facilities for each.
RUBBISH. Inorganic solid waste such as tin cans, glass, paper, ashes, sweepings and the like.
YARD WASTE. Any garden waste, leaves, mower cuttings, weeds, shrubs, tree waste and prunings.
(1987 Code, § 507.01) (Am. Ord. 399, passed 9-22-2003)