§ 10-31. Definitions.

The following words, terms and phrases, when used in this division, shall have the meanings ascribed to them in this section except where the context clearly indicates a different meaning:

First aid station means an identifiable station for receiving emergency first aid, to be manned by a minimum of one emergency medical technician (EMT) who has been certified by the state.

Identification band means a band constructed of plastic which can be attached to a person's wrist, but cannot be removed without destroying the band. The identification band shall be used to identify individuals 21 years of age or older for the purpose of purchasing beer.

Off-premises parking means a parking area to be arranged for, identified and located away from the premises or the site of a special event. The off-premises parking area shall be identified, advertised and arrangements made for the transportation of the people from the off-site parking area to the location of the special event.

Restroom facilities mean portable facilities stationed throughout a special event area for the use of the visitors of the special event.

Security means provisions which are made for the presence of off-duty police officers or trained security personnel to ensure the safety of the crowd and the policing of the wristbands for the purchase of beer at a special event. Security personnel shall be identified by distinguishing uniforms.

Special events mean activities conducted within the city limits to which the general public is invited or participates, and shall include, but not be limited to, balloon festivals, fairs, circuses, outdoor parties (specifically including those conducted by established and existing business entities, such as crawfish boils or other similar events, and which are expected to attract more than the permitted occupancy of such business entity and to require more parking than is provided on-site), musical activities and parades. This term shall not include the normal day to day activities of any business in the city.

(Ord. No. 930030, § I, 10-19-1993; Ord. No. 980008, § 2, 4-7-1998)

Cross reference

Definitions generally, § 1-2.