“Archaeological resource” means all evidence of human occupation and activity which may be used to reconstruct the lifeways of past peoples. This evidence shall include sites, structures, artifacts, environmental data, physical remains and all other relevant data that existed prior to 1860.

“Disturb” means to have any direct or indirect adverse effect.

“Qualified archaeological advisory agencies” means institutions of higher learning and/or established associations, pursuing as one (1) of their major purposes the study of cultural remains having archaeological significance. A list of such institutions shall be adopted by city council resolution and will be used by the City in the selection of consulting organizations for the issuance of permits under this chapter.

“Qualified archaeologist” means any person certified in the area of “field research” or “cultural resources management” by the Society of Professional Archaeologists.

“Recorded archaeological resource” means those archaeological resources which are known to exist in the City, and which are recorded in the Statewide Archaeological Survey, the State Landmarks Inventory and/or the National Register of Historical Places.

“Unrecorded archaeological resources” means those archaeological resources which have not yet been discovered or recorded, but which may exist in the City. (Ord. 571 § 1 (part), 1977)