§ 14-22. Rules of language and interpretation.  


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  • (a)

    The word "shall" is mandatory; the word "may" is permissive.

    (b)

    The particular shall control the general.

    (c)

    Words used in present tense shall include the future, and words used in the singular include the plural, and plural the singular, unless the context clearly indicates the contrary.

(Ord. No. 98-348, § 2.1, 5-12-1998)