Administration

Physical Address
49 W. Ohio Avenue
Rittman, OH 44270

Directions

Phone: 330-925-2045

Fax: 330-925-2066

Hours

Monday through Friday
8 a.m. to 4:30 p.m.

Bobbie Beshara

Bobbie Beshara

Administration
Title: City Manager
Phone: 330-925-2045
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The City Manager is appointed by the Council and is responsible for the day-to-day administration of all aspects of the City. Bobbie Beshara was appointed on February 10, 2020 by Rittman City Council. 

Joan Challinor

Joan Challinor

Administration
Title: Clerk of Council / City Manager's Secretary
Phone: 330-925-2045, ext. 7458
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The Clerk of Council is appointed annually at the organizational meeting of Council. The Clerk is tasked with providing notice of Council meetings, keeping the journal of its proceedings, authenticating by their signature all ordinances and resolutions adopted by the Council, and other duties as assigned by the Charter or by Council. 

Matthew D. Simpson

Matthew D. Simpson

Administration
Title: Law Director
Phone: 330-762-2411 Ext 239
Administration Page
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The Law Director is appointed annually, at the organizational meeting of Council. They are the legal advisor and attorney for the City and its employees in all matters while serving in an official capacity. The Law Director also provides legal opinions, draws up contractual agreements, and represents the City in all legal matters. Matthew D. Simpson is currently serving as the Law Director for the City of Rittman.