In addition to the definitions contained in the state’s Vehicle Code, for the purpose of this traffic code, the following definitions shall apply unless the context clearly indicates or requires a different meaning.
BLOCK PARTY. A gathering of neighbors within a single residential block.
BUS STOP. A space on the edge of a roadway designated by sign for use by buses loading or unloading passengers.
CAMPER. Defined as in ORS 801.180. Said statute is adopted by this reference and made a part of this traffic code.
HAZARDOUS MATERIAL. Defined as in ORS 453.005(1), (3), (6), (7)(a) to (7)(d), (10), (16) and (18). Said statute is adopted by this reference and made a part of this traffic code.
LOADING ZONE. A space on the edge of a roadway designated by sign for the purpose of loading or unloading passengers or materials during specified hours of specified days.
MOTOR HOME. Defined as in ORS 801.350. Said statute is adopted by this reference and made a part of this traffic code.
MOTOR VEHICLE. Any object which is propelled by an electric or fuel engine or motor and which is capable of transporting a person of persons.
PERSON. A natural person, firm, partnership, association or corporation.
ORGANIZER. A person which conducts, manages, promotes, organizes, aids or solicits attendance at a special event.
SKATEBOARD. Any object which has two or more wheels affixed thereto and which is propelled by the person or persons riding upon the object and wheels.
SPECIAL EVENT. A community gathering.
STREET. Synonymous with the terms HIGHWAY, ROAD and STREET unless the context precludes such construction. STREET includes alleys.
STREET CLOSURE. The obstruction of a right-of-way which results in prohibiting vehicular traffic.
TRAFFIC LANE. The area of the roadway used for the movement of a single line of traffic.
TRAILER. Defined as in ORS 801.560. Said statute is adopted by this reference and made a part of this traffic code.
(Prior Code, § 5.20.030) (Ord. 177, passed 6-19-1989; Ord. 205, passed 12-2-1991; Ord. 210, passed 6-1-1992; Ord. 272, passed 3-6-2000; Ord. 399, passed 10-17-2011)