All persons who are owners, lessees or occupants of any site of generation shall separate recyclable materials (excluding yard waste) from solid waste and prepare the recyclable materials for pick up on the scheduled collection date. Preparation requirements for recyclable materials shall be as follows:
(a) Paper recyclables shall be bundled separately and secured in such a manner as to prevent them from being blown or scattered, shall be maintained in a dry condition, free of any other substance, and shall not be placed in plastic bags.
(b) All other recyclable materials shall be rinsed and cleaned of all contents, including the removal of labels, and placed in one or more clearly identifiable containers.
(Ord. 530. Passed 5-19-93.)