122.02 DEFINITIONS.

   For the purpose of this chapter, the following terms, phrases, words, and their derivations shall have the following meanings. The word "shall" is always mandatory and not merely directory.

   (a)   "Alarm system" means any system which transmits to a privately operated central station or directly to the police or fire station to alert the City that an emergency exists or that the services of the public safety forces are needed. "Alarm system" also means any alarm device which automatically emits an audible, visual, electronic, telephonic or other similar response upon the occurrence of any hazard or emergency and which alerts persons outside the building of the existence of such hazard or emergency. "Alarm system", as defined in this section, shall include, but not be limited to, alarms for burglary, fire, flood and cold. "Alarm system" excludes motor vehicle alarms and personal alarms.

   (b)   "Automatic dialing alarm system" means an alarm system which dials the telephone number of the Police or Fire Department and uses a pre-taped or pre-recorded message to alert the City that an emergency exists or that the services of the public safety forces are needed.

   (c)   "False alarm notification" means an alarm system notification to the Police Department or the Fire Department when there is no evidence of a criminal offense or attempted criminal offense.

   (d)   "Police emergency number" means any telephone number designated by the Chief of Police as a telephone number through which members of the public may report an emergency or request public assistance.

   (e)   "Provider" means the person who contracts with the user to provide an alarm system.

   (f)   "User" means the person, corporation or other entity which purchases, leases or is protected by the alarm system.

      (Ord. 93-74. Enacted 6-21-93.)