The existence of garbage, rubbish, refuse or litter of any kind, upon any public or private highway, street, alley or road or any lot or parcel of land, whether public or private, is a public nuisance, and the removal thereof is necessary to protect the health and safety of the inhabitants of the city. Upon conviction of any provision of this chapter, the municipal judge shall have the authority to order the nuisance abated. (Ord. 167, 1-12-1993)