48-5101. Definitions

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In this chapter, unless the context otherwise requires:

1. "Authority" means a regional public transportation authority organized under this chapter.

2. "Board" means the board of directors of a regional public transportation authority.

3. "Fiscal agent" means a bank or trust company authorized to do business in this state or the county treasurer as designated by the board.

4. "Municipality" means an incorporated city or town.

5. "Operating area" means the area in which the authority provides transportation service, the boundaries of which are established pursuant to this chapter.

6. "Population" means the population determined in the most recent United States decennial census or the most recent special census as provided in section 28-6532.

7. "Public agency" includes this state and any county, city, town, district or other public agency or entity established under the laws of this state or the federal government.

8. "Public transportation" means local transportation of passengers by means of a public conveyance.