The headings contained in this title are for convenience only and do not limit or modify the intent or meaning of the provisions.
In case of any conflict between the text of this title and any figure, the text shall control.
Unless clearly indicated to the contrary, words used in the present tense shall include the future, words used in the plural shall include the singular, words used in the singular shall include the plural and words of one gender shall include the other.
The words "shall", "must", and "will" are always mandatory. The term "may" and "should" are discretionary. Words and phrases shall be construed according to the common and approved usage in the language, except for technical words and phrases that may have acquired a peculiar and appropriate meaning.
Unless the context clearly indicates the contrary, conjunctions shall be interpreted as follows:
AND: Indicates that all connected items or provisions apply.
OR: Indicates that the connected items or provisions may apply singularly or in any combination.
Whenever reference is made to the head of a department or to some other County officer or employee, the reference shall be construed as authorizing the head of the department or other officer to designate, delegate to and authorize subordinates to perform the required act or duty, unless expressly provided otherwise.
All fractions of whole numbers are to be rounded to the nearest highest whole number when the fraction is 0.5 or more, and to the next lowest whole number when the fraction is less than 0.5, except as otherwise provided in this title. (Ord. 603, 11-1-2018)