The following words and phrases, whenever used in this chapter, shall be construed as hereafter set out, unless it shall be apparent from the context that they have a different meaning.

    “AIDS” means acquired immune deficiency syndrome (AIDS), AIDS related conditions (ARC), or any other medical condition which a person contracts as a result of having AIDS or ARC.

    “A person who has AIDS or associated conditions” means anyone who has AIDS, as set out in the definition of “AIDS” in this section; anyone who is suspected of, or perceived as having such a condition; anyone who is believed to be at risk of contracting such a condition; or anyone who is believed to associate with persons who have AIDS.

    “Business establishment” means any person or organization, which provides goods, services, or accommodations to the general public, provided, however, that an otherwise qualifying business which has membership requirements shall be subject to this chapter if its membership requirements consist: (1) only of payment of fees; or (2) of requirements under which five percent or more of the residents of the county could qualify; or (3) of an otherwise unlawful business practice.

    “Employer” means any person regularly employing one or more persons, or any person acting as an agent of an employer, directly or indirectly; including the county.

    “Employment agency” means any natural person, firm, corporation, partnership or other organization, association or group however organized.

    “Labor organization” means any organization which exists and is constituted for the purpose, in whole or in part, of collective bargaining or of dealing with employers concerning grievances, terms or conditions of employment, or of other mutual aid or protection. (Prior gen. code § 2-190.1)