§ 64B-2. Definitions.

As used in this chapter, the following terms shall have the meanings indicated:

HAZARDOUS CHEMICAL

Any chemical compound used as a wood preservative to treat wood utility poles to protect them from fungal decay and wood-destroying pests.

LINE OF UTILITY POLES

A row of utility poles connected by service lines for a public utility.

PUBLIC UTILITY

Any corporation, authority, or other entity that provides electric, telephone, cable television. or other service, including telecommunications service, to the residents of the Town of North Hempstead.

SUPERINTENDENT OF HIGHWAYS

The Town of North Hempstead Superintendent of Highways or his/her designee.

UTILITY POLE

A column or post used to support service lines for a public utility.

WRITTEN NOTIFICATION/WRITTEN NOTICE

A writing directed to a representative of a public utility, who may be designated by the utility to receive such notice, sent by regular mail, facsimile transmission or electronic mail.