The following words and phrases when used in this chapter shall have the meanings given to them in this section unless the context clearly indicates otherwise:
"Front foot." The term includes, but is not limited to, front linear foot, lot, parcel, dwelling unit or square foot.
"Public improvement." The term includes, but is not limited to, the following:
(1) The building, paving, grading, rebuilding, repaving and regrading of streets, sidewalks, curbs and gutters.
(2) The creation, extension and renovation of water treatment, transmission, distribution and disposal systems.
(3) The creation, extension and renovation of sewage collection, transmission, distribution, treatment and disposal systems.
(4) The creation, extension and renovation of storm, surface and subsurface drainage systems.
(5) The construction, reconstruction and repair of wharves and docks.
(6) The installation, maintenance or operation of lighting that services the streets, sidewalks and other public places within the township.
(7) The planting, transplanting, removal and protection of shade trees.