§ 28-87. Definitions.

The following words, terms and phrases, when used in this article, shall have the meanings ascribed to them in this section, except where the context clearly indicates a different meaning:

Amplification device means an apparatus for the amplification of sound.

Annual event means a special event that has occurred for three consecutive years or more in compliance with city ordinances and rules.

Community event means an event with free admission to the public whose purpose is to promote community enrichment through cultural, historical or community spirit activities.

Event day means a day in which attendees are expected to participate in event activities.

Nonprofit organization means a group as defined by the Internal Revenue Service.

Overnight event means an event that lasts 24 hours or more.

Parade means a public procession including but not limited to motorized vehicles, walking pedestrians, animals, etc.

School event means an event authorized by the Elgin Independent School District.

Set up means the limited use of a venue prior to an event day for purposes of installing equipment and preparing the grounds.

Special event means an event with an expected and/or actual attendance of 250 or more persons and/or that will reasonably require planning to handle matters concerning traffic/parking, security, emergency medical services, litter/waste and toilet facilities.

Special event venue means a location designated by the city manager or his designee as appropriate for use in holding a special event.

Take down means the limited use of a venue after close of an event for purposes of removing installations or equipment and clearing the grounds.

(Code 1990, ch. 1, § 14(I)(1); Ord. No. 2012-01-10-01, § III(1-14(I)(1)), 1-10-2012)