[Adopted 5-2-1988 by Ord. No. 88-6]
As used in this article, the following terms shall have the meanings indicated:
LEAF or LEAVES
The flat, thin, organic material, generally green in color when living, growing laterally from the stem or twig of a plant or tree and involved in the process of photosynthesis. As used herein, "leaves" shall not include branches or stalks greater than 1/4 inch in diameter or 12 inches in length.
[Amended 1-6-1991 by Ord. No. 90-26]
A. 
It shall be unlawful to dispose of leaves except in accordance with the provisions of this article or through contracted disposition providing for lawful removal from the Borough of Westwood. It shall be unlawful at all times to include leaves among garbage or trash to be collected by the Borough's method of collection of same.
B. 
During the periods as outlined in the annual recycling schedule, residents and property owners must dispose of leaves through the services of the Borough's Department of Public Works after scheduling a pickup appointment or by personally delivering leaves to the Borough's recycling center, located at the DPW Garage on Harrington Avenue, during operating hours.[1]
[1]
Editor's Note: Amended at time of adoption of Code (see Ch. 1, General Provisions, Art. I).
C. 
The Borough of Westwood shall provide for collection of leaves as outlined in the annual recycling schedule. This collection shall be by Borough personnel or outside contractors at the discretion of the Mayor and Council. The Council shall provide for the particulars of disposal arrangements from time to time by resolution, copies of which may be obtained from the Borough Clerk.[2]
[2]
Editor's Note: Amended at time of adoption of Code (see Ch. 1, General Provisions, Art. I).
The Recycling Coordinator for the Borough of Westwood shall fix the dates, times and manner for the collection of leaves as part of the annual recycling schedule, which shall be published no later than January 1. Said schedule shall be posted on the municipal website and distributed as required by law.
[1]
Editor's Note: Amended at time of adoption of Code (see Ch. 1, General Provisions, Art. I).
It shall be unlawful to place leaves in any public right-of-way, including yard areas within 10 feet of the edge of pavement abutting any street, except between the pickup dates as announced by the Recycling Coordinator and published as hereinabove provided. In addition, loose leaves may only be placed for pickup within three feet of the curb. Where leaves are to be stored in the street, no leaf pile shall be greater than two feet in height or within 50 feet of any intersecting street.[2]
[1]
Editor's Note: Amended at time of adoption of Code (see Ch. 1, General Provisions, Art. I).
[2]
Editor's Note: Original § 64-24, Separation; disposal, which immediately followed this section, was deleted at time of adoption of Code (see Ch. 1, General Provisions, Art. I).
Any person who violates this article shall be liable for a fine not to exceed $500 for any offense. In addition, if otherwise permitted by law, the Municipal Judge may impose community service of up to eight hours for each violation.
[1]
Editor's Note: Amended at time of adoption of Code (see Ch. 1, General Provisions, Art. I).