In the construction of this chapter, the definitions hereunder shall be observed and applied, except when the context clearly indicates otherwise:
(A) Words used in the present tense shall include the future tense; words used in the singular number shall include the plural number; words used in the masculine gender shall include the female gender, and such inclusive words shall be reciprocal.
(B) The word “may” is permissive or discretionary.
(C) The word “shall” is mandatory and not discretionary.
(Ord. O-118-1-15, passed 1-8-2015)