Words used in the present tense include the future, and vice versa; words used in the singular include the plural, and vice versa; the word “shall” is mandatory, the word “may” is permissive; and whenever reference is made to any portion of this title, the reference applies to all amendments and additions now or hereafter made.
(Ord. 8(1973) § 1.500; Ord. 29(2005) § 17)