[Adopted 5-2-1988 by Ord. No. 88-6]
As used in this article, the following terms shall have the
meanings indicated:
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]
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]
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.
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]
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.
