§ 5.17.100. Definitions generally — Interpretation of language.

For purposes of this chapter, the following terms, phrases, words, and their derivations shall have the meaning given in this chapter. Unless otherwise expressly stated, words not defined in this chapter shall be given the meaning set forth in Division 2.5 of the California Public Utilities Code, section 5800 et seq. (the Digital Infrastructure and Video Competition Act of 2006) and the provisions of Title 1, Chapter 1.04, General Provisions, of the Oakland Municipal Code.

A.

References to governmental entities (whether persons or entities) refer to those entities or their successors in authority.

B.

If specific provisions of law referred to herein are renumbered, then the reference shall be read to refer to the renumbered provision.

C.

Unless otherwise specified, references to laws, ordinances or regulations shall be interpreted broadly to cover government actions, however nominated, and include laws, ordinances and regulations now in force or hereinafter enacted or amended.

(Ord. 12819 § 1 (part), 2007)