SECTION 1. POWERS AND MEMBERSHIP.
   The legislative powers of the City, except as otherwise provided in this Charter and by the Constitution of the State of Ohio, shall be vested in and exercised by a Council consisting of seven (7) members, one (1) of whom shall be elected from each of four (4) wards in the City and three (3) shall be elected at large. In addition to any powers, duties or obligations, as set forth in this Charter, Council shall have such further powers, duties or obligations as are set forth in the general laws and the constitution of the State of Ohio to the extent not in conflict with this Charter; and in the event that there is such a conflict then those granted, allowed or imposed by this Charter shall prevail.
(Amended 11-7-72.)