For the purpose of this chapter, the following definitions apply unless the context clearly indicates or requires a separate meaning.
TRANSPORTATION NETWORK COMPANY (TNC). An entity operating in the Village that uses a digital network or software application service to connect passengers to TNC services provided by TNC drivers. A TNC is not deemed to own, control, operate or manage the vehicles used by TNC drivers, and is not a taxicab association or a for-hire vehicle owner.
TRANSPORTATION NETWORK COMPANY DIGITAL NETWORK (TNC DIGITAL NETWORK). Any online-enabled application, software, website, or system offered or utilized by a TNC that enables the prearrangement of rides with TNC drivers.
TRANSPORTATION NETWORK COMPANY DRIVER (TNC DRIVER). A person who uses his or her personal vehicle to provide for-hire transportation services for passengers matched through a TNC digital network. A TNC driver need not be an employee of a TNC.
TRANSPORTATION NETWORK COMPANY SERVICES (TNC SERVICES). The transportation of a passenger between points chosen by the passengerand prearranged with a TNC driver through the use of a TNC digital network. TNC services shall begin when a driver accepts a request for transportation received through the TNC’s digital network, shall continue while the TNC driver transports the passenger in the TNC driver’s vehicle, and shall end when the passenger exits the TNC driver’s vehicle.
TRANSPORTATION NETWORK COMPANY VEHICLE (TNC VEHICLE). A privately-owned vehicle used to provide TNC services through a TNC digital network.
(Ord. CO-2017-13, passed 5-2-2017)