For the purpose of this chapter, the following definitions shall apply unless the context clearly indicates or requires a different meaning.
AEROSOL PAINT CONTAINER. Any aerosol container which is adapted or made for the purpose of applying spray paint, or other substances capable of defacing property.
FELT TIP MARKER. Any indelible marker or similar implement with a tip which, at its broadest width, is greater than of an inch, containing ink or other pigmented liquid which is not water soluble.
GRAFFITI. Any inscription, word, figure, painting or other defacement that is written, marked, etched, scratched, sprayed, drawn, painted, engraved on or otherwise affixed to or on any surface or structure on public or private property within the city, to the extent such is not authorized by the owner or occupant thereof.
GRAFFITI IMPLEMENT. Any aerosol paint container, a felt tip marker, gum label, paint or graffiti stick, etching tool or any other device capable of scarring or leaving a visible mark on glass, metal, concrete, wood, or any other surface.
PAINT OR GRAFFITI STICK. Any device containing a solid form of paint, chalk, wax, epoxy or other similar substance capable of being applied to a surface by pressure and upon application, of leaving a mark at least of an inch in width.
(Ord. passed 1-19-99)