Ohio § 1719.08

Full text of Ohio Ohio Revised Code § 1719.08, with citation guidance and answers to common questions.

§ 1719.08.

The officials named in a will providing for a charitable trust as specified in section 1719.06 of the Revised Code , the other persons therein named, and, in case the articles are filed by the executor,

the not more than two citizens and residents of the county in which the charities

are to be administered or the institution or school located who execute and acknowledge

them with such executor, shall, upon the filing of the articles, become the members

and directors of the corporation.  As the term of any such official expires, his successor, by virtue of his office,

thereupon shall become one of the members and directors of such corporation. Upon the death or resignation of any person named in such will as a director associated

with such officials, his successor shall be appointed in the manner provided in such

will if it makes provision therefor, or by the board of directors if it does not,

and shall thereupon become a member and director of the corporation.  Upon the death or resignation of either of the two citizens of the county, who have

become directors by reason of joining in such articles of incorporation, his successor

shall be chosen by the board and thereupon shall become a member and director of the

corporation.

Frequently Asked Questions About Ohio § 1719.08

What does Ohio Revised Code § 1719.08 cover?

Section 1719.08 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.

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