Unless the context compels a different meaning, the word "officer" where found in this Charter shall be understood to mean one appointed or elected to the service of the City not as mere laborer and not in the classified civil service.
The word "employee," one who serves the City in the classified civil service;
The word "laborer," an ordinary unskilled laborer in the service of the City;
The word "Clerk," the Clerk of the Council, or City Clerk;
The words "election authorities," the officers designated by statute to conduct elections;
The word "electors," residents of the City qualified to vote to fill all elective offices;
The words "City Journal," The Toledo City Journal;
The word "measure" used in connection with legislation, an ordinance or resolution of the Council, or amendment to this Charter, as the case may be;
The word "statute," the general law of Ohio.
In stating the number of votes necessary to pass a measure, the words "members of the Council," means the full membership of the Council, including vacancies, if any.
(Amended by electors 11-6-56)