For the purpose of interpreting this chapter, certain words or terms are used as herein defined. Except as defined herein, all other words used in this chapter shall have their customary dictionary definition.
(A) Words used in the present tense include the future tense.
(B) Words used in the singular number include the plural, and words used in the plural number include the singular.
(C) The word “SHALL” is always mandatory and not merely directory.
(‘58 Code, § 19-40) (Am. Ord. 21-02, passed 1-19-21; Am. Ord. 21-26, passed 7-12-21)