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Garbage, Refuse and Recycling Regulations

Pursuant to the authority conferred by Section 414 of the Municipalities Act, Chapter M 24, SN 1999 and in accordance with the Environmental Protection Act, the Town of  Grand Falls-Windsor has made the following Garbage and Refuse Regulations.  

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Garbage, Refuse and Recycling Regulations  

1. These Regulations may be cited as the Town of Grand Falls-Windsor Garbage,  Refuse and Recycling Regulations.  

2. Interpretations: In these Regulations unless the context otherwise requires:   (a) “Act” means the Municipal Act, 1999.  

(b) “Bulk Items” means heavy or bulky items such as stoves, refrigerators,  dishwashers, clothes washers and dryers, furnaces, boilers, bed springs,  furniture and similar items.  

(c) “Construction Waste” means any used building materials, packaging or  debris discarded during construction, demolition or after alterations or  renovations.  

(d) “Council” means the Town Council of the Town of Grand Falls-Windsor,  Newfoundland and Labrador.  

(f) “Fibre Recycling” means a securely tied compact parcel of cardboard not  exceeding 1m(L) x 0.6m(W) x 0.4m(H) in dimension and 22kgs (50  pounds) in weight.  

(e) “Garbage” means all kitchen and table waste of animal or vegetable origin  resulting from the preparation of food.  

(f) “Garbage, Refuse and Recycling Bins” means storage facilities for the  purpose of storing garbage / recycling containers secured with lids during  periods between collection. 

(g) “Garbage, Refuse and Recycling Bag” means Clear or blue transparent  polyethylene plastic bag of 1 1/2 mil (1.5 gauge) thickness fastened at the  top and minimum size of 66 cm x 82.5 cm (26″ x 32.5″) and not weigh  more than 22kgs (50 pounds).  

(h) “Garden Waste” means the waste materials from garden consisting of  grass clippings, leaves, dead branches, bushes, weeds, plants, stones  and other small materials.  

 (i) “Home-Based Medical Waste” means waste that is generated by   residential premises for the purpose of home medical care.  

 (j) “Medical Sharp” means a needle device or any non-needle sharp used for   withdrawing body fluids, accessing an artery or vein, administering   medications or other fluids, or any other device that can reasonably be   expected to penetrate the skin or any other part of the body. 

(k) “Nuisance” means anything or any conditions of things which is or may  become injurious or dangerous or presents an obstruction to pedestrians  or vehicular traffic or anything or any condition of things, that in the  opinion of Council has an unpleasant effect on the senses or adversely  affects the amenities of the surrounding property.  

 (l) “Pharmaceutical” means a compound manufactured for use as a   medicinal drug to diagnose, cure, treat or prevent disease, and includes   prescription drugs and over the counter drugs;  

(m) “Recyclables” means all waste that can be processed through the  Material Recovery Facility (MRF) and as listed by Central Newfoundland  Waste Management Authority as recyclable.  

(n) “Refuse” means all other miscellaneous waste materials not specifically  defined as garbage or recyclables.  

(o) “Sanitary Inspector” means any person appointed as such by Council.  

 (p) “Sharp Objects” means any used or unused, edged, jagged, pointed item,   device, or similar object, constructed of wood, metal, plastic, glass, or   other compound, that could puncture or lacerate the skin.  

(q) “Town” means the Town of Grand Falls-Windsor as defined by Order-in Council, dated the first of January 1991.  

3. Days and Times of Collection  

 (1) Collection of garbage, refuse and recyclables shall be at least once every   seven (7) days commencing at 8:30 A.M., except on some public or   statutory holidays. On collection days that are the same as the public   holidays listed below, garbage, refuse and recyclables collection shall be   made on the next following working day, unless advertised on the Town website. Public and statutory holidays observed by the Town of Grand   Falls-Windsor are as follows:  

  • New Year’s Day
  • Good Friday
  • Victoria Day
  • Memorial Day
  • Grand Falls – Windsor Day
  • Labour Day
  • Remembrance Day
  • Christmas Day

 (2) Collection of bulk items shall be by special collection only at such times   and upon such terms and conditions as the Sanitary Inspector may   determine having due regard to the availability of manpower and   equipment and to the requirements of regularly scheduled collections.  

(3) All garbage, refuse and recyclables being placed for collection shall not  be so placed earlier than 10:00 p.m. on the evening before the day  designated for collection in the area.  

(4) All materials refused for collection must be removed from the streets by  the householder before 11:59 p.m., on the same day as the garbage,  recyclables were placed for collection.  

(5) All garbage and refuse placed for collection must be placed in a clear  transparent bag. Two small non-transparent privacy bags for sensitive  materials are permitted in each clear bag.  

(6) All recyclables placed for collection must be in a blue transparent bag. All  items placed for recycling must be empty, rinsed or wiped clean.  

(7) Portable garbage, refuse and recycling bins are permitted provided  garbage, refuse and recyclables are in proper bags.  

(8) Permanent rigid garbage, refuse and recycling bins are not permitted in  front of the residential building line.  

(9) Material placed out for collection must be placed within 2M (6 feet) of the  edge of asphalt.  

4. Restrictions  

(1) Garbage, refuse and recyclables shall not be put out for collection any  earlier that 10:00p.m. the evening before the designated day for collection  in that area.  

(2) No person or persons shall permit any animal owned by him or under his   control to pick over, interfere, disturb, remove or scatter any materials   placed out for collection.  

(3) No Person is permitted to pick over, interfere, disturb, remove or scatter   any materials placed out for collection. 

(4) The resident is responsible for the protection of all garbage refuse, and   recyclables from the time it is placed at the curb until it is picked up by   Town Staff. All garbage, refuse and recyclables placed at the curb for   pickup will be placed in suitable rigid garbage or recyclable bins and   removed from the curb no later than 11:59p.m. of collection day.   Garbage bins with secured lids are mandatory, and any garbage not   placed in garbage bins will not be picked up.  

(5) No household hazardous waste shall be deposited or placed in a   polyethylene garbage or recyclable bag for collection.  

(6) No person, firm or corporation shall deposit, throw, sweep or place any  garbage, refuse or recyclables upon any street, lane, drive, public place  or private property outside buildings within the Town unless the same is  enclosed in a proper container in such a manner as to in no way constitute a nuisance or annoyance to others.  

(7) No caustic substance such as bleach, etc., is to be used on garbage or  recyclable bags.  

(8) Garbage will be collected from approved multi-unit properties up to and  including four (4) units. Restrictions for approval are as follows:  

– Property must be forward facing to a town owned street.  

– Each unit’s driveway must meet a town owned street.  

– Property must be in a residential zone.  

– Properties that have more than one (1) unit must use bins that  are clearly marked with the unit number and street address.  

(9) Garbage and refuse will not be collected on private roads.  

5. Storage and Disposal  

(1) Every owner or operator of a building containing five (5) or more   apartment units, shall be responsible for removal of garbage, refuse and   recyclables from their premises on a weekly basis to an approved Waste   Disposal Facility.  

(2) Every residential property owner or tenant, and every operator of a   business establishment, shall at their own expense, make adequate   arrangements for the storage of garbage, refuse and recyclables, in bins   that are impervious to animals.  

(3) Every owner or operator of a business shall be responsible for the   removal of garbage, refuse and recyclables from their premises on a   weekly basis to an approved waste disposal facility.  

(4) No residential property owner or tenant shall permit garbage, refuse, or   recyclables, which are to be placed at the curb for collection, to remain on   the premises occupied by them, for a period of more than seven (7) days,   unless a public or statutory holiday has occurred on the regular scheduled 

 collection day. When such has occurred, the garbage, refuse, and   recyclables shall be prepared for the next scheduled collection day.  

(5) Construction waste, garbage, refuse or recyclables left by any builder or   contractor, or property owner upon any street, lane, drive, public or   private property outside of a building or buildings within the Town as a   result of the construction, demolition, alteration or repair of such building   or buildings, shall be removed from the site by the builder, contractor or   property owner, as promptly as possible and disposed of in accordance   with Central Waste Management Guidelines.  

(6) No householder or owner of a residential property shall store garbage,   refuse or recyclables in a bin other than as specified in these  

 Regulations and the bin must be located at the rear of the residential   building between collection periods.  

(7) Burning, burying or disposal of construction waste from the result of any   construction, demolition, alteration, or renovation is not permitted other   than those approved in accordance with Central Waste Management   guidelines.  

(8) No residential property owner, tenant, business owner or operator, shall  dispose of garbage, refuse, or recyclables, by burning, burying or other  means, within the Town of Grand Falls-Windsor, except in accordance  with these Regulations, or Central Waste Management guidelines. 

6. Suitable Bins  

 Bins which are used for storage between collection events shall be maintained in  a good state of repair and in a sanitary condition.  

7. Fibre Recycling  

All paper, newspaper, magazines, cardboard or cartons, shall;  

– be flattened out and securely tied with strong twine or rope in  convenient bundles, not exceeding 1m(L) x 0.6m(W) x 0.4m(H)  in dimension.  

– weigh not more than 22kgs (50 lbs.).  

8. Sharp Objects and Medical Waste  

(1) Sharp Objects  

– Sharp objects such as broken glass, fluorescent light bulbs, nails, screws, razor blades, knives, metal scraps, or wood  splinters, and similar objects, may be set out for collection only  if the sharp objects are placed in a cardboard box or wrapped in  cardboard, and marked as such. 

– Sharp objects must be placed in a cardboard box, no larger  than 2 feet in any direction, or other rigid container, taped  securely, and must indicate “SHARP OBJECTS” clearly written  on the box. The sharp object must not penetrate the box/container in any way that may be harmful to the garbage collector or the public.  

(2) Medical Sharps and Similar Objects  

– Medical sharps, such as hypodermic needles, or other similar sharp objects, must be placed in a rigid puncture proof  container prior to placing in the garbage. The rigid puncture  proof containers (eg. detergent bottle), must be drained of any liquid, and the lid of the container must be taped securely. The rigid puncture proof container must be placed in the regular clear garbage bag.  

(3) Home-Based Medical Waste  

– Other biomedical wastes (e.g., bandages, gauze and wipes to  cleanse wounds, diapers, incontinence diapers and pads,  disposable sheets, etc.), must be double bagged, in plastic  bags, and securely closed, before placing in the regular clear garbage bag.  

 (4) Pharmaceuticals  

– All pharmaceuticals such as household medicines must not be  disposed of in the garbage or flushed in the sanitary sewer. Flushing even small quantities of household medicines down  the drain can disrupt or destroy the useful microorganisms in  the sewage treatment system and/or contaminate downstream  water resources.  

– All pharmaceuticals should be brought to a local pharmacy for  proper disposal.  

– Any prescription containers should have all personal  information, including your medical identification number and  prescription number removed prior to disposing in the garbage.  

9. Place for Containers  

Garbage, refuse and recyclable containers and proper bundles shall be placed  for collection in front of the premises at the curb or street line.  

10. Materials not Collected  

 The Town shall not collect the following waste at curbside. 

(1) Household hazardous waste  

– Household hazardous waste (HHW) is accepted at the Central  Regional Waste Management site in Norris Arm during regular  hours of operation.  

(2) Highly combustible materials such as oil, gasoline, soaked rags, gas   containers, ammunition, chemicals, acids or their residue derivative.  – Most of these items are considered household hazardous  waste.  

(3) Grass and leaves  

– Grass and leaves are accepted at the community compost  facility adjacent to the Drop Off facility on Whitmore Street at  any time.  

(4) Garbage, refuse or recyclables which has been placed for collection in a   manner contrary to these regulations.  

(5) Tree Branches and roots  

– Tree branches are accepted at the Drop Off facility on  Whitmore Street at any time.  

(6) Sheet metal, iron, scrap steel, etc.  

– Street metal, iron, scrap steel is accepted at the Drop Off  Facility on Whitmore Street on scheduled Saturday Drop Off  dates.  

(7) Carcass of any animal or animal waste.  

(8) Garbage, refuse, or recyclables left by any builder, contractor or owner on   any street, lane public or private property.  

(9) Ashes  

– Ashes can be dropped off at the Drop Off Facility on Whitmore  Street at any time in the designated area. Please ensure ashes  are sufficiently cold.  

(10) Paint  

– Household paint products and containers, paint aerosols of all  types, which includes automotive, craft, and industrial products  are accepted at the Central regional Waste Management facility  in Norris Arm during regular hours of operation.  

– Empty paint cans with covers removed are acceptable with  regular garbage in the clear transparent bag.  

(11) Used tires  

– Highway passenger, light truck and motorcycle tires,  

commercial truck tires used on heavy truck, busses and large  recreation vehicles are accepted at the Regional Waste 

Management facility in Norris Arm during regular hours of  

operation.  

(12) Electronic Waste  

– Electronic waste including, display devices (such as televisions  and monitors), desktop printers, computers and peripherals  (such as keyboards), home theater in a box system, non cellular telephones as well as audio and video systems are  accepted at the Regional Waste Management facility in Norris  Arm during regular hours of operation.  

(13) Concrete, bricks, rocks and gravel  

– Concrete, bricks, rocks and gravel can be dropped off at the Whitmore Street facility at any time.  

(14) Construction Waste  

– Construction waste is accepted at the Drop Off Facility on Whitmore Street on scheduled Saturday Drop Off dates.  

11. Vehicles Carrying Garbage, Refuse and Recyclables  

(1) No person, firm or corporation shall transport garbage, refuse or   recyclables of any kind on any street within the Town, unless such   garbage, refuse or recyclables are transported in an enclosed truck or   container or is otherwise secured so that it shall not fall from the vehicle   or other means of transportation on to the street.  

(2) All vehicles and containers used for the transportation of garbage, refuse,   recyclables or swill, shall be kept in a sanitary condition at all times.  

(3) The Sanitary Inspector may inspect vehicles used for garbage, refuse and  recyclables collection at all reasonable times to ensure compliance with  these regulations.  

12. (a) Notwithstanding anything contained in these regulations, the Sanitary  Inspector may at any time, order the owner to clean up and remove any  accumulation of garbage, refuse or recyclables outside any building or  buildings or on any other private property within the Town; and 

(b) If the owner neglects or refuses when ordered by the Sanitary Inspector  to clean up and remove any accumulation of garbage, refuse or  

recyclables from his premises, the Sanitary Inspector may cause the  clean up and removal of such accumulation at the expense of the owner.   

13. The Sanitary Inspector shall make periodic inspections of properties within the  town for the purpose of enforcing these regulations.  

14. Violation Notice  

a) Where a person contravenes a provision of these regulations, the Council  may issue a Violation Notice in accordance with section 3 of the Town of  Grand Falls-Windsor Violation Notice Regulations, NLR 12/15.  

b) Where the Council issues a Violation Notice to a person in respect of a  contravention of these Regulations, that person may make a voluntary out  of court payment to the Council in respect of the contravention.  

c) Where the person makes a voluntary payment to the Council under  section 14(b) the amount of the voluntary payment shall be:  

i. $50.00 if the person makes the voluntary payment to the  Council no later than seven (7) days from the date of issuance of the Violation Notice; or  

ii. $75.00 if the person makes the voluntary payment after the expiration of the time period in subsection (i), but not later than  

fourteen (14) days from the date of issuance of the Violation Notice.  

d) Where the person makes a voluntary payment to the Council under  section 14(b), no further action will be taken by the Council in respect of  the contravention.  

e) Where the Council issues a Violation Notice to a person, and that person  fails to make a voluntary payment pursuant to subsection 14(b), the  Council shall issue a Summons with respect to the contravention noted in  the Violation Notice.  

f) The Council may charge the person referred to in s. 14(e) by way of a  summons, including a summons that is issued by means of a ticket under  the Provincial Offences Act, pursuant to section 421.2(1) of the Municipalities Act, 1999, SNL 1999, c. M-24;  

g) Where a person has received a Violation Notice and is convicted of an  offence with respect to the same subject matter for with the Violation  Notice was issued, the penalty for that offence shall be $100.  

15. Offence and Penalties  

a) Pursuant to section 419(2) of the Municipalities Act, each day upon which the  same offence is committed or continued is a separate offence.  

b) Every person who commits an offence under these Regulations or who acts  in the contravention of or fails to comply with any provision thereof, or  neglects or refuses to do so: 

i. May be liable to penalties as stipulated in accordance with section 420 of the Municipalities Act; or  

ii. May be subject to an order under section 404(1) of the  Municipalities Act; or  

iii. May, where the Council has not issued a Violation Notice, charge that person by way of summons, including a summons that is issued by means of a ticket under the Provincial   Offences Act, pursuant to section 421.2(2) of the Municipalities  

Act, 1999, SNL 1999, c. M-24 and section 2(b.6) of the  

Provincial Offences Regulations.  

16. These Regulations shall come into effect on the 3rd day of January, 2022 A.D.,  and may be cited as the Town of Grand Falls-Windsor (Garbage and Refuse)  Regulations, 2022.  

Darren Finn  
CAO  

Amendments Approved by Council at meeting #538  on February 16th, 2021.

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