For the purpose of this subchapter, the following definitions shall apply unless the context clearly indicates or requires a different meaning.
CONNECTING OR SUPPLYING PIPE. A water pipe, regardless of size, which is situated primarily on private property, and which lies between the curb box, or where the curb box would usually be located, and the premises, building, or yard being served by the municipal water service.
CURB BOX. The control valve owned by the municipality which controls the service of water to the premises being served, and is usually located near the right-of-way line adjacent to the premises being served.
DISTRIBUTING PIPE. A water pipe lying completely within the public right-of-way, or on an easement granted to the municipality or its agents for locating a distributing pipe.
MUNICIPALITY. The city and its agent, the Kalamazoo Lake Sewer and Water Authority, which agent has been charged with the operation and maintenance of the municipal water system.
(1995 Code, § 58-127) (Ord. 113, passed 4-6-1987)