Definitions.
Memphis Code of Ordinances § 12-64-1
in effectSec. 12-64-1. - Definitions.
As used in this chapter, unless the context requires otherwise:
Nonemergency vehicle means a vehicle which is not an authorized emergency vehicle as defined in T.C.A. § 55-8-101(2).
Proof of fare payment means the following:
1. A trolley pass or a MATA pass valid for the status of person, the time of use and the zones of travel;
2. A receipt showing payment of the applicable fare, used within the time and zones applicable to the receipt;
3. A prepaid ticket or series of tickets showing cancellation by MATA time stamp, used within the time and zones applicable to the ticket; or
4. Other passes or vouchers issued by MATA evidencing fare payment.
Transit inspector means any person authorized by the general manager of the Memphis Area Transit Authority (hereinafter "MATA") to demand proof of fare payment and to issue citations as provided hereunder in accordance with T.C.A. §§ 7-63-101 and 2-36-1.
Trolley equipment includes, but is not limited to, trolley cars, tracks, trolley stops including the lifts contained therein, trolley sign posts, overhead wires and the poles that support them, electrical equipment including wires that supply and carry power to the trolley, lifts, stops and ticket dispensing machines, the trolley facility located at 547 North Main Street, and any other item used in or necessary to the operation of or to maintain the Main Street Trolley System.
Trolley right-of way means a 22 foot six-inch wide paved cobblestone pathway running north and south through the common mall area known as Main Street Mall containing the parallel tracks (rails) upon which the trolley operates. The trolley right-of-way is not a public street nor a roadway.
Trolley stops are areas created for the protection of passengers boarding, disembarking or waiting for the Main Street Trolley System. These stops shall be indicated by either: (1) shelter stations at specific locations; (2) areas designated by painting, brickwork or other prominent markings, as may be authorized by the MATA board; or (3) such other locations as are designated from time to time by prominent MATA signage.
(Code 1985, § 20-27(a); Ord. No. 4202, § 1, 7-6-1993)
Source: City of Memphis, Code of Ordinances and Charter and Related Laws (Municode Library, library.municode.com)URL: https://library.municode.com/tn/memphis/codes/code_of_ordinances?nodeId=TIT12STSIPUPL_CH12-64MASTTRSY_S12-64-1DEFetched: 10/28/2026