(A) The word “shall” is mandatory and not merely discretionary; the word “may” is permissive.
(B) The particular shall control the general.
(C) Words used in the present tense shall include the future.
(D) Words used in the singular shall include the plural, and the plural the singular, unless the context clearly indicates the contrary.
(E) All public officials, bodies and agencies referred to herein are those of this town, unless otherwise indicated.
(1995 Code, § 5-1074) (Ord. passed 7-1-1986)