§ 173-2. Definitions.  


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  • As used in this chapter, the following terms shall have the meanings indicated:
    ASSISTANT
    For purposes of this chapter, the individual(s) employed by a state-certified pyrotechnic operator (as defined below) who is at least 18 years of age and trained in the proper handling and discharge of fireworks.
    FIREWORKS
    Defined herein in accordance with § 270 of the New York State Penal Law as any blank cartridge, blank cartridge pistol or toy cannon in which explosives are used, firecrackers, sparklers or other combustible or explosive of like construction, or any preparation containing any explosive or inflammable compound, or any tablets or other device commonly used and sold as fireworks containing nitrates, chlorates, oxalates, sulphides of lead, barium, antimony, arsenic, mercury, nitroglycerine, phosphorus or any compound containing any of the same or other explosives, or any substance or combination of substances, or article prepared for the purpose of producing a visible or an audible effect by combustion, explosion, deflagration or detonation, or other device containing any explosive substance.
    OPERATOR
    A pyrotechnic or pyrotechnic company certified by the State of New York, pursuant to Article 28-D of the New York State General Business Law and Article 16 of the New York State Labor Law, in the handling, storage and discharge of fireworks.
    PERMIT
    For purposes of this chapter, a permit issued by the permitting authority for the public display and discharge of fireworks in accordance with the requirements set forth by this chapter and as provided for in the application materials provided by the Town of North Castle.
    PERMITTING AUTHORITY
    For purposes of this chapter, the Town of North Castle Fire Prevention Officer, who shall review applications for fireworks displays and, in consultation with the Town of North Castle Police Department and the appropriate district fire department, issue or deny permits in connection therewith.
    SPONSOR
    For purposes of this chapter, any person, company, municipality, fair association or other legal entity applying for a permit for the discharge and display of fireworks.