A "vending device" as used in this chapter means a mechanical device or mechanical container constructed of metal or other material of substantially equivalent strength and durability whose primary purpose is the sale of food, candy, gum, beverages and other similar items. Containers used for the dispensing of newspapers, flyers, handbills, or other similar printed materials either at a cost or free of charge are explicitly excluded from the definition of "vending device" as used in this chapter. (Ord. 2003-3465, 6-2-2003)