Ohio Rev. Code § 705.79
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§ 705.79. Powers and duties of mayor
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October 1, 1953 House Bill 1 - 100th General Assembly The mayor of a municipal corporation organized under sections 705.71 to 705.86 , inclusive, of the Revised Code, shall: (A) See that the laws and ordinances are enforced; (B) Recommend measures to the council for adoption; (C) Keep the council fully advised of the financial condition and future needs of the municipal corporation; (D) Prepare and submit to the council such reports as are required by that body; (E) Appoint competent, disinterested persons, not exceeding three in number, to examine without notice the affairs of any department, officer, or employee, and report the result of such examination to the mayor, and such result shall also be transmitted by him to the council without delay; (F) Perform such other duties as the council determines by ordinance or resolution.
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