For the purpose of this chapter, the following definitions shall apply unless the context clearly indicates or requires a different meaning.
ASHES. Residue from fires used for cooking and for heating buildings.
CITY. All territory located within the city limits of Sparta, Illinois.
GARBAGE. Wastes resulting from the handling, preparation, cooking and consumption of food; wastes from the handling, storage and sale of produce.
PREMISES. Any residence, commercial business, industry, hospital, nursing home, hotel, restaurant and/or other business establishment within the city dealing in food or perishable items.
REFUSE. Tree branches, logs, brush cuttings and yard trimmings.
RUBBISH. Combustible trash, including but not limited to, paper, cartons, boxes, barrels, wood furniture, and bedding; non-combustible trash, including but not limited to metal, dirt, concrete, glass, crockery, and other mineral waste; and street rubbish, including dirt, leaves, and catch basin accumulation.
(1994 Code, § 50.02) (Ord. 364, passed 7-13-1987; Ord. 2023-05, passed 6-26-2023)