Ohio Revised Code Title VII. Municipal Corporations § 705.28

(A) Support the constitution of the United States and of this state, and the charter and ordinances of the municipal corporation;

(B) Not be influenced by any consideration except that of merit and fitness in the appointment or discharge of employees;

(C) Not make or authorize the expenditure of public money otherwise than for adequate consideration and efficient service to the municipal corporation;

(D) Faithfully, in all other respects, discharge the duties of his position or office.