As used in this article, the following terms
shall have the meanings indicated:
LEAVES
Those materials naturally formed from trees and bushes that
are suitable for composting and mulching purposes.
PERSONS
All owners, whether individual, corporate or otherwise, of
residential, commercial or institutional properties.
Beginning September 1 to December 31 of each
year, it shall be mandatory for all persons to separate leaves from
all solid waste by depositing said material at the curbside for collection
in accordance with the rules and regulations promulgated by the governing
body.
Leaves shall not be placed in any bags or containers
of any kind.
The Superintendent of the Department of Public
Works of the Borough of Bergenfield or his designee is hereby appointed
enforcement officer for the purposes of this article.
Any person violating this article or any of
the rules and regulations promulgated hereunder shall be liable or
subject to a fine not to exceed $1,000 or a jail term not to exceed
90 days or be ordered to perform a period of community service not
to exceed 90 days.