A. The container to be used for garbage and refuse disposal shall be a receptacle not exceeding 30-gallon capacity, unless the container is supplied by the city’s collection contractor for use with its automated or semi-automated collection system, in which case the container may be of 60- or 90-gallon capacity. Garbage containers shall be supported or braced in such a manner that dogs or other animals cannot enter or tip or tilt the same, or empty any of the contents thereof, and shall have insect-proof and rodent-proof covers to be kept in place at all times, and shall be located off of any public street, alley, sidewalk, or other public place except at or about the time of collection. With the exception of special containers offered by the city’s contractor, all such containers shall be furnished at the sole expense of the owner, occupant, or tenant of the premises. There shall also be included under “container,” units of waste or refuse bundled or bagged not exceeding three cubic feet in total size. There shall be a limit of 50 pounds weight per 30 gallons of capacity in any container or unit, whether can, bundled or bagged refuse or waste.

B. The universal and compulsory use of garbage collection and disposal for each and every single-family dwelling unit and commercial location is mandatory. [Ord. 10892 § 3, 1997; Ord. 9949 § 3, 1989; Ord. 9647, 1987; Ord. 8293 § 4, 1974].