§ 20-18. Definitions and word usage.  


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  • A. 
    Word usage. Whenever used in this article, words used in the singular include the plural and vice versa.
    B. 
    Definitions. As used in this article, the following terms shall have the meanings indicated:
    DEPUTY TOWN CLERKS
    The Deputy Town Clerks appointed and holding office pursuant to § 30, Subdivision 10, of the Town Law, who shall act generally for and in place of the Town Clerk.
    OFFICE
    The Town of Brookhaven Office of the Town Clerk, which shall perform a major function of Town government.
    REGISTRAR
    The Registrar of Vital Statistics of the Town of Brookhaven appointed and holding office pursuant to §§ 4121 and 4123 of the Public Health Law.
    TOWN CLERK
    The elected public official who shall be the chief executive officer of the office.