8-3B-2: DEFINITIONS:

For the purposes of this chapter, the following terms, phrases, words and derivations shall have the meanings given herein. When not inconsistent with the context, words used in the present tense include the future tense, words in the plural number include the singular number, and words in the singular number include the plural number. The word "shall" is always mandatory and not merely directory. Words used throughout this chapter, but not defined herein, shall have their plain, ordinary, and common meaning. Words in any gender shall apply to the feminine, masculine and neuter genders.

COMMERCIAL VEHICLE: Taxicabs, revenue shuttles, off airport parking shuttles, hotel/motel courtesy vehicles and regularly scheduled and chartered buses not publicly funded and operating on a fixed route.

COMPANY: Any person engaged in the business of operating one or more commercial vehicles, or whose business includes the operation of one or more commercial vehicles.

COURTESY VEHICLE: Any motor vehicle having eight (8) passenger or greater capacity which, on behalf of a business, transports airport patrons or passengers, who are patronizing the vehicle's business, to the business. Such vehicles are not for hire by the general public at any time, and shall be clearly marked with the business' name or logo, owned by, leased by, or contracted for by the business, and exclusively dedicated to serve the business and patrons of the business or other contracting businesses, at no charge to the patron. Courtesy vehicles may not provide transportation to any passenger for a charge.

DIRECTOR: The Director of the airport or the Director's designee, who must be an employee of the City.

DWELL TIME: The time during which a shuttle or other commercial vehicle (excluding a taxicab) is stationary in any shuttle lane or space, beginning at the time of arrival at the revenue shuttle loading area.

OFF AIRPORT PARKING SHUTTLE: Any motor vehicle transporting persons to or from the airport and a fixed off airport location which charges for vehicle parking.

OTHER VEHICLES: Any vehicle not specifically referenced in this section, including, but not limited to, delivery vehicles, construction/repair vehicles and government vehicles, engaged in commercial activity at the airport.

REVENUE SHUTTLE: Any motor vehicle which is for hire by passengers for transport to or from the airport and any number of locations or destinations, and charges passengers on the basis of time, or by a fixed rate depending upon the destination, or some other method rather than distance traveled. This definition shall apply regardless of whether a name, logo or company designation is displayed, and shall therefore include "limousines" within its definition. Taxicabs, off airport parking shuttles, and courtesy vehicles are not considered revenue shuttles for purposes of this chapter or title.

REVENUE SHUTTLE LOADING AREA: The area on the Boise Airport grounds set aside and designated for the loading of shuttle passengers. This loading area is for shared use by commercial vehicles and shall be as clearly marked and designated for use by commercial vehicles or otherwise by the Airport Director pursuant to section 8-3B-15 of this article.

TAXICAB: Any motor vehicle that is equipped with a taximeter and licensed by Boise City pursuant to title 3, chapter 13, article A of this Code to transport passengers for hire.

TAXICAB HOLDING AREA: The area on the Boise Airport grounds set aside and designated for the parking of taxicabs waiting to enter the taxicab loading area, as designated by the Airport Director pursuant to section 8-3B-15 of this article.

TAXICAB LOADING AREA: The area on the Boise Airport grounds set aside and designated for the loading of taxicab passengers, as designated by the Airport Director pursuant to section 8-3B-15 of this article.

TRIP FEE: A per entrance fee paid to the airport in accordance with this title, allowing the operator of a commercial vehicle or other vehicle to access restricted areas of the airport which are designated by the Airport Director for the purpose of loading or unloading passengers or goods. (Ord. 3-17, 2-7-2017)