§ 1.19 NOTICE; PROOF OF SERVICE.
   (A)   Whenever a notice is required to be given under this code unless different provisions are otherwise specifically made in the code, the notice may be given either by personal delivery thereof to the person to be notified or by deposit in the United States mail in a sealed envelope, postage prepaid, addressed to the person to be notified at his or her last known business or residence address as the same appears in the public records of the city or other records pertaining to the matter to which the notice is directed. Service by mail shall be deemed to have been completed at the time of deposit in the Postal Service.
   (B)   Proof of giving any notice may be made by the certificate of any officer or employee of the city or by affidavit of any person over the age of 18 years, which affidavit shows service in conformity with this code or other provisions of law applicable to the subject matter concerned.