In the interpretation and application of §§ 14-5-1-1 et seq., all provisions shall be:
(A) Considered as minimum requirements;
(B) liberally construed in favor of the city; and
(C) Deemed neither to limit nor repeal any other powers granted under state statutes.
('74 Code, § 7-3-5E) (Ord. 99-1981; Am Ord. 77-1983)