Current through Register Vol. 54, No.43, October 26, 2024
Section 272.421 - Program elementsThe source separation program shall include, at a minimum, the following elements:
(1) An ordinance or regulation adopted by the governing body of the municipality, in accordance with § 272.422 (relating to municipal ordinance).(2) A scheduled day during which separated materials are to be placed for collection at the curbside. Collection shall be at least once per month for materials other than leaf waste. Collection for leaf waste shall be scheduled as appropriate. If no curb exists, separated materials shall be placed at a location similar to the curb where they may be collected easily.(3) A system, including trucks and related equipment, that collects recyclable materials from the curbside or similar location at least once per month from each residence or other person generating municipal waste in the municipality.(4) A public information and education program, in accordance with § 272.423 (relating to public information and education).(5) Provisions for the recycling of collected materials.The provisions of this §272.421 adopted October 9, 1992, effective 10/10/1992, 22 Pa.B. 5105.