For the purpose of this traffic code, the following definitions shall apply unless the context clearly indicates or requires a different meaning. Whenever any words or phrases used in this title are not defined in this section but are now defined in the California Vehicle Code, such definitions are incor-porated in this section and shall be deemed to apply to such words and phrases used herein as though set forth in this section in full.
BUSINESS DISTRICT. That portion of a highway and the property contiguous thereto upon one side of which highway, for a distance of 600 feet, 50% or more of the contiguous property fronting thereon is occupied by buildings in use for business, or, upon both sides of which highway, collectively, for a distance of 300 feet, 50% or more of the contiguous property fronting thereon is so occupied. A BUSINESS DISTRICT may be longer than the distance specified in this section if the above ratio of buildings in use for business to the length of highway exists.
LOADING ZONE. The space adjacent to a curb reserved for the exclusive use of vehicles during the loading or unloading of passengers or materials.
PARK. To stand or leave standing any vehicle, whether occupied or not, otherwise than temporarily for the purpose of and while actually engaged in loading or unloading of passengers or materials.
PARKWAY. That portion of a street other than a roadway or a sidewalk.
PASSENGER LOADING ZONE. The space adjacent to a curb reserved for the exclusive use of vehicles during the loading or unloading of passengers.
PEDESTRIAN. Any person afoot.
POLICE OFFICER. Every officer of the Police Department of the city or any officer authorized to direct or regulate traffic or make arrests for violations of traffic regulations.
STOP. When required, complete cessation of movement.
STOP OR STAND. When prohibited, any stopping or standing of a vehicle, whether occupied or not, except when necessary to avoid conflict with other traffic or in compliance with the directions of a police officer or official traffic-control device.
('64 Code, § 14-1) (Ord. 17, passed - - )