Section 70.34
[The following words, terms and phrases, when used in this article, shall have the meanings ascribed to them in this section, except where the context clearly indicates a different meaning:] Backflow. The word "backflow" shall be construed to mean water of questionable quality, waste or other contaminants entering the system due to a reversal of flow. Charges. The terms "charges for water services" or "charges" shall be deemed to mean the amount charged to each premises in the village connected to the system for the purpose of receiving a supply of water. Connection cost charge. The term "connection cost charge" shall mean the amount charged to any applicant for the installation of the water main connection from the public water main to the property line as determined by the village council, including the tapping of the water main, service pipe, water meter and meter pit at the road right-of-way. Cross connection. The term "cross connection" shall be construed to mean a connection or arrangement of piping or appurtenances through which a backflow could occur. Dwelling unit. The term "dwelling unit" shall mean a structure containing one or more rooms, with bathroom and principal kitchen facilities, designed as self-contained unit for occupancy by one family for living, cooking, and sleeping. Premises. The term "premises" shall mean a lot or parcel of land, exclusive of buildings, however owned, or occupied. Revenues, net revenues. Whenever the words "revenues" and "net revenues" are used in this article, they shall be understood to have the meanings as defined in Section 3, Act 94, Public Acts of Michigan, 1933, as amended. System. Whenever the word "system" is referred to in this artcile, it shall be understood to mean the complete water supply facilities of the Village of Mayville, including all water lines, pumps, storage or treatment facilities, and all other facilities used or useful in the transmission and distribution of potable water, including all appurtenances thereto and including all extensions and improvements thereto, which may hereafter be acquired. 7/27/26, 10:12 AM Mayville, MI Code of Ordinances about:blank 154/202 (a) (b) Tap-in-charges. The terms "tap-in-charges" and "tap-in-fees" shall be construed to mean a charge made to any applicant for water services for the privilege of connection to such water service. Village. The term "village" shall be construed to mean the Village of Mayville and the term "county" shall be construed to mean the County of Tuscola, both in the State of Michigan; the term "village council" shall [be] construed to mean the Village of Mayville Council, the legislative and governing body thereof. Village water system operator. The term "village water system operator" shall mean the director of department of public works or an agent designated by the director. Water service. The term "water service" shall be construed to mean the providing of a supply of water to premises connected to the system. (Ord. No. 168, § IV, 9-17-2013)