Champaign officials propose putting a lid on garbage

CHAMPAIGN – Those Dumpsters that line the alleys of many parts of town could become a thing of the past under a proposal before the city council.

During their study session Tuesday night, council members will be asked if they want the city to draw up regulations requiring the screening of Dumpsters and other trash containers for every type of structure, commercial or residential, except for single-family homes and duplexes. The screened area, where the Dumpster would be located could be made of wood, brick or cinder blocks.

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