(a) Rules of Construction. When not inconsistent with the context, words used in the present tense include the future and past tenses. Words in the singular include the plural and words in the plural include the singular. Masculine includes the feminine and neuter. Words or terms not defined in this chapter shall be interpreted in accordance with their common meaning. The words “shall” and “will” are mandatory and not merely directive. Headings are inserted for convenience and shall not limit or increase the scope of any provision or section of this chapter.
(b) Severability. If any part of this chapter shall be held unconstitutional or void, such part shall be deemed severable and its invalidity shall not affect the remaining parts of this chapter.
(c) Repeal and Savings Clause. All ordinances or parts of ordinances inconsistent with this chapter are repealed to the extent they are in conflict with this chapter. However, any and all civil and criminal actions arising out of any ordinance repealed by this chapter which are pending in a court of this State, or otherwise vested on the effective date of this chapter as amended shall not abate and shall be saved and may proceed to conclusion pursuant to the terms of the repealed ordinance.
(Ord. 955. Passed 9-5-12; Ord. 14-967. Passed 7-2-14.)