Reading Room Document

Legality of Appointment of Mayor of Columbus, Ohio to the National Commission for Manpower Policy

The document addresses the legality of the Mayor of Columbus accepting an appointment to the National Commission for Manpower Policy. The conclusion reached is that the Columbus City Charter prohibits the mayor from accepting the appointment, as membership on the Commission constitutes "employment" under Ohio law. The document presents questions regarding the interpretation of the Columbus City Charter, the definition of "public office" and "public employment" under Ohio law, and the federal regulations regarding membership on the Commission. It also raises the issue of whether the mayor can waive compensation for working on the Commission to circumvent the City Charter.

December 27, 1974