Ohio § 705.56
Full text of Ohio Ohio Revised Code § 705.56, with citation guidance and answers to common questions.
§ 705.56.
The council shall appoint a clerk, treasurer, and auditor. If the council is created within a village, the council shall also appoint a solicitor. If the council is created within a city, the council shall also appoint a city director
of law. Provision may be made by ordinance for the performance of the duties of clerk and
treasurer, or clerk and auditor, by the same person. Council may provide that the treasurer or auditor may be employed as cashier in
the electric light or water department of the municipal corporation, or both, and
as clerk to the city manager and as clerk to the civil service commission of the municipal
corporation. Council may provide that a part of the salary of the auditor shall be paid from
the income of any publicly-owned utility or cemetery operated by the municipal corporation,
the part to be fixed by the council with reference to the proportion of his services
devoted to the utility or cemetery. Council may provide that the auditor or treasurer may be employed as cashier of
the utility or cemetery, or both, and as clerk to the city manager and as clerk to
the civil service commission. The auditor or treasurer may be paid for such services from the funds of the utility
or cemetery, in addition to his salary as auditor or treasurer.
Frequently Asked Questions About Ohio § 705.56
What does Ohio Revised Code § 705.56 cover?
Section 705.56 is part of the Ohio Revised Code, the codified statutory law of Ohio. It sets out the legal rule or procedure described in the text above. Statutes are amended regularly, so always verify against the official source.
How do I cite Ohio § 705.56?
A common citation format is "Ohio Revised Code § 705.56" (Ohio). Legal writing may require the code abbreviation, section number, and year or edition. Match the style required by your court, professor, or publisher.
Is this the official text of Ohio law?
No. This page is for research and education and may not include the most recent amendments. For official current law, check the Ohio official source linked on this page or consult a licensed Ohio attorney.
How does Ohio § 705.56 apply to my situation?
Statutes are interpreted in context, and application depends on your specific facts. Only a licensed attorney in Ohio can advise on how this section applies to you. Contact your state or local bar association for a referral.
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