The Law Director is the legal advisor on all legal matters coming before the City and also represents or directs the representation of the City in all litigation, cases, or suits involving the City. In addition, the Law Director is responsible for preparing or reviewing all contracts, ordinances, resolutions, and other documents or instruments as required by the Mayor and City Council. The Law Department is also responsible for the application of tax exemptions on real estate owned by the City. Due to the dilligent efforts of the Law Department, $43,948.05 has been returned to the City of Green in property taxes for City-owned real property. Municipal
court services are provided to the citizens of Green through Barberton
Municipal Court, which has jurisdiction over traffic and criminal matters
as well as civil actions for damages of $15,000 or less, small claims,
rental escrow, and trusteeships. Also, by agreement the Barberton Prosecutors
Office represents the City of Green in all criminal matter instituted
by the City and pending in the Barberton Municipal Court. PARK SAFETY
Barberton Municipal Court Contact Information
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