§ 16-01 Definitions.
RCNY § 16-01
As used in this chapter, the following terms have the following meanings: Beneficial Use. The term “Beneficial Use” means the use of equipment by an Eligible Organization for an educational or other public purpose, provided that such organization has a demonstrated need for such equipment; and provided further that such use may not include religious worship, instruction, or proselytization. Commissioner. The term “Commissioner” means the Commissioner of the Department of Citywide Administrative Services. Computer. The term “Computer” means a desktop computing device, a laptop, or other portable computing device, containing a central processing unit and any peripheral components that are connected to the central processing unit such that they may reasonably be viewed functionally as a single unit, including, but not limited to, motherboards, RAM, hard drives, or other storage devices, video or sound cards, and computer cases. Department. The term “Department” means the Department of Citywide Administrative Services (“DCAS”). Eligible Organization. The term “Eligible Organization” means a public school, public library, other public or private educational institution, and a not-for-profit institution serving persons with disabilities, senior citizens, or low-income individuals. Equipment. The term “Equipment” means a Computer and its associated peripheral components, and other electronic devices that operate with or can be operated by a Computer, including but not limited to floppy disk drives, CD drives, USB drives, printers, modems, networking devices, scanners, monitors, and the cables or wiring required to connect a Computer with the computer equipment. Salvage Office. The term “Salvage Office” means the unit entrusted with the disposal of personal property by public or private sale or as otherwise authorized by law or regulation under 55 RCNY Chapter 5. Salvage Officer. The term “Salvage Officer” means agency personnel who is responsible for the repurposing/relinquishment of all inventories purchased with City funds. Surplus. The term “Surplus” means equipment that is no longer in use, and not needed for use, by any agency. (Added City Record 6/18/2024, eff. 7/18/2024)
