§ 26-24. Preparation of refuse; containers.

(a)

All garbage, ashes, and rubbish shall be placed in garbage cans for collection.

(b)

Tree trimmings, hedge clippings, and similar material shall be cut to length not to exceed four feet before being deposited for collection.

(c)

All garbage can containers shall be provided by the owner, tenant, lessee, or occupant of the premises and shall be maintained in good condition. Any container that does not conform to the provisions of this article or that may have ragged or sharp edges or any other defect liable to hamper or injure the person collecting the contents thereof shall be promptly replaced upon notice. The city manager shall have authority to refuse collection services for failure to comply herewith. All garbage containers shall be equipped with suitable handles and tightfitting covers and shall be watertight and shall be kept in a clean, neat, and sanitary condition at all times.

(d)

Garbage shall be drained and wrapped.

(e)

It shall be unlawful to permit refuse, except bulky rubbish, to accumulate on any premises except in containers which are approved by the mayor and council, in accordance with the specifications contained in this section.

(f)

Ashes containing hot embers shall not be placed in containers for collection.

(g)

It shall be unlawful for any person to tamper with, remove covers, overturn, or otherwise damage receptacles or create litter or health problems.

(Code 1985, § 4-2-5; Code 2004, § 51.05; Ord. No. 232, 10-14-1974; Ord. No. 251, 3-19-1979)