In order that we may exercise our duties as responsible citizens to the full extent and secure for ourselves the full benefits of self- government available to us under the Constitution and laws of the State of Ohio, we, the people of the City of Berea, in the County of Cuyahoga and State of Ohio, do hereby adopt this Charter for the government of our City. Berea strives to be an inclusive and welcoming community. Whenever in this Charter the male gender prnoun is used, it is understood that it reflects and includes all gender pronouns. (Ord. 2021-33. Passed 6-21-21.)