As used in this Article, the following terms shall have the
meanings indicated:
GARBAGE
Putrescible animal, fish, fowl, fruit or vegetable waste
incident to and resulting from preparation, cooking and consumption
of food.
GLASS
Includes all products made from silica or sand, soda ash
and limestone (being used for packaging or bottling of various matter)
and all other material commonly known as "glass," excluding ceramics,
light bulbs and flat glass known as "window glass."
HEAVY TRASH
Household effects too heavy or bulky for one person to carry,
including discarded beds, rugs, mattresses and light construction
debris such as discarded doors and windows.
MAJOR APPLIANCES
Large and/or bulky household appliances commonly known as
"white goods" (refrigerator, dryer, washer, stove, etc.).
NEWSPAPERS
Papers of the type commonly referred to as "newsprint" and
distributed at fixed intervals, having printed thereon news and advertising,
excluding newspapers which have been soiled. Magazines, telephone
books and cardboard are not included, but may be designated for recycling
by the Sanitation Commissioner at a later date.
PLASTIC
Includes all materials commonly called "plastics," but excludes
styrofoam containers or bubbles used for packaging.
RECYCLABLE MATERIAL
Includes but is not limited to glass, plastic, cans, aluminum
products and newspaper. Other materials may be designated by the Sanitation
Commissioner.
SOLID WASTE
Any discarded material or substances discarded as spent,
worthless or in excess to owners including but not limited to refuse,
rubbish, ashes and light construction debris.
TOXIC WASTE
Includes but is not limited to oil containers, aerosol cans,
paint containers, batteries and tires.
YARD WASTE
Grass clippings, leaves, garden debris and small cuttings
from shrubs, hedges and brush.
Any person who violates this Article shall be guilty of an offense
and punishable as follows:
A. For a first conviction, by a fine of not less than $25 nor more than
$50.
B. For a second conviction within a year, by a fine of not less than
$50 nor more than $100.
C. For any subsequent offense within a year, by a fine of not less than
$100 nor more than $500.