For the purposes of this subchapter, the following terms, phrases, words and their derivations shall have the meanings given herein. When not inconsistent with the context, words used in the present tense include the future and words in the singular number include the plural number. The word "shall" is defined as mandatory and not merely directory.
CITY. The City of Rising Sun.
COMMISSION. The Rising Sun, Indiana, Tree Commission.
MUNICIPAL PROPERTY. A parkway, parking lot, or other property owned by or under the control or jurisdiction of the city, excluding any property directly controlled by the Rising Sun/Ohio County Park Board.
PARK TREE. Any tree, shrub, bush and all other woody vegetation located in public parks, all areas owned by the city, or to which the public has free access as a park.
PERSON. Any public or private individual, group, company, firm, corporation, partnership, association, society or any other combination of human beings whether legal or natural.
PUBLIC RIGHT-OF-WAY. The width of property located between property lines and abutting a street, alley, or boulevard, most often including the width of property located between a street and sidewalk.
STREET TREE. Any tree, bush, shrub or any other woody vegetation located upon municipal property or a public right-of-way.
(Ord. 2007-1, passed 6-7-07)