A. The following rules of construction shall apply unless inconsistent with the plain meaning of the context of this Title.
1. Gender: The masculine shall include the feminine and neuter.
2. Headings: In the event that there is any conflict or inconsistency between the heading of a chapter, section or paragraph of this Title and the context thereof, the said heading shall not be deemed to affect the scope, meaning or intent of such context.
3. Number: Words used in the singular include the plural, and words used in the plural include the singular.
4. Shall And May: The word "shall" is mandatory; the word "may" is permissive.
5. Tense: Words used in the present tense include the future tense. (Ord. 527, 8-4-1997)