Ohio § 4957.03

Full text of Ohio Ohio Revised Code § 4957.03, with citation guidance and answers to common questions.

§ 4957.03.

In not less than thirty nor more than ninety days after the passage of the resolution

referred to in section 4957.02 of the Revised Code , the legislative authority of a municipal corporation or the board of county commissioners

shall determine whether it will proceed with the proposed improvement.  If it is decided to proceed with the improvement, an ordinance by the legislative

authority or resolution by the board shall be passed, which ordinance or resolution

must contain, in addition to the conditions stated in such resolution, the plans and

specifications of the proposed alteration and improvement, a statement of the damages

claimed or likely to accrue by reason of it, how the payment of such damages is to

be apportioned between the municipal corporation or county and the railroad company,

and who shall supervise the work of construction.  Upon the acceptance of this resolution or ordinance by resolution by the company

through its board of directors, it shall constitute an agreement, valid and binding

on the municipal corporation or county and the company respectively.  Such agreement shall be filed in the court of common pleas of the county in which

the crossing is located for entry upon its records, whereupon it shall have the same

effect as a decree of the court.

Frequently Asked Questions About Ohio § 4957.03

What does Ohio Revised Code § 4957.03 cover?

Section 4957.03 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 § 4957.03?

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