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 Costa Mesa
 Code of Ordinances
 Title 4. Bicycles
 Chapter I. Bicycle And Motorized Bicycle Licensing

  § 4-2. Definitions  

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  • As used in this chapter, the following terms and words shall have the following meanings:

    (a) The word "bicycle" as used in this chapter shall mean and include any device as defined in the California Vehicle Code section 39000, and includes a "motorized bicycle", as defined in California Vehicle Code section 406, as amended.

    (b) The term "bicycle registration card" shall mean and include that ownership card issued by the licensing agency or agent of the City of Costa Mesa upon receipt of the designated license fee.

    (c) The term "bicycle license plate" shall mean and include the license tag or decal designated by the State of California in accordance with section 39001 of the California Vehicle Code, to be permanently affixed to the bicycle, and which bears a unique number permanently assigned to that bicycle by the state.

    (d) The term "licensing agency" or "agent" shall mean and include that party or parties designated by the city council as the official licensing agency or agent for bicycles in the City of Costa Mesa. For purposes of this chapter, the police department shall be designated as the licensing agency. The chief of police shall be given the authority to recommend for appointment by the city council any person or persons to assist the licensing agency in the capacity of bicycle licensing agents. The licensing agency or agent shall license bicycles for persons residing in the City of Costa Mesa only; all other bicycle license applicants shall be referred to their respective city or jurisdiction of residency.

(Ord. No. 77-10, § 2, 3-21-77)