§ 1.01.030. Grammatical interpretation.  


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  • The following grammatical rules shall apply in the ordinances of the city:

    (1)

    Gender. When any subject matter, party or person is described or referred to by words importing the masculine, female as well as males, and associations and bodies corporate as well as individuals, shall be deemed to be included.

    (2)

    Singular and plural. The singular number includes the plural and the plural includes the singular.

    (3)

    Tenses. Words used in the present tense include the past and the future tenses and vice versa, unless manifestly inapplicable.

    (4)

    Use of words and phrases. Words and phrases not specifically defined shall be construed according to the context and approved usage of the language.

(Code 1966, § 1.04.050)