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(1) The power of the County shall be liberally construed; it is intended that this Charter confer the greatest power of local self-government consistent with the Constitution of the State. Specific mention of a particular power or authority shall not be construed as a limitation on general power of the County, but shall be considered as an addition to and supplementary to, or explanatory of, the powers conferred in general terms by this Charter.

(2) References to adoption of ordinances by the Council shall not be construed as impairing the right of the people to initiate or refer ordinances. The word "law" shall mean the Constitution and laws of the State of Washington unless context indicates otherwise. (Originally Adopted November 4, 1980)