§ 32.02  DEFINITIONS.
   For the purpose of this chapter, the following definitions shall apply unless the context clearly indicates or requires a different meaning.
   COSTS.
      (1)   Surveys, maps, drawings, plans, and specifications for a public improvement and all expenses incident to the proceedings for the making and collecting of the special assessments;
      (2)   The issuance of bonds in anticipation of such special assessments, and not to exceed one year’s interest on bonds to be issued to finance said improvements; and
      (3)   Whenever any property is acquired by condemnation, or otherwise, for the purpose of any public improvement, all or any part of the cost thereof may be included as a part of the COST of such improvement.
   PUBLIC IMPROVEMENT. The reconstruction in whole or in part of any structure or work as well as the original construction thereof. Any assessment may be made upon the basis of the estimated cost of the improvement if the actual cost has not been definitely determined.
(2011 Code, § 3.04.020)  (Ord. 169, passed - -1992)