Do You Know Your Government?Every U.S. Citizen should know his
representatives, the function of their office, and their views on most issues.
Federal Representatives
These are your representatives that go to Washington D.C. and work on issues for the entire country.
U.S. President Barack Obama (D)
Executive Branch
The President is the Head of State, Head Executive, and Commander in Chief of the American Military.
The President has the power to veto law and can be impeached and removed by Congress.
The President is not directly elected by the people. He is elected through the Electoral College www.whitehouse.gov
Vice President Joe Biden (D)Executive Branch
The V.P. ‘s main function is to assume the office of the Presidency if the President dies or is unable to perform his duties.
The V.P. is also the Presiding Officer of the Senate and has the tie breaker vote if the Senate is deadlocked. www.whitehouse.gov
Secretary of State Hillary Clinton
The Secretary of State is the main foreign policy advisor to the President. They negotiate treaties and agreements with other countries. They also recommend appointments for U.S. ambassadors around the world.
Executive Branch
www.whitehouse.gov
Secretary of Treasury, Tim Geithner
The Treasury Secretary is the top Economic advisor to the President.
The Treasurer formulates Economic and Tax Policy in the United States. He also manages public debt, interest rates, and determines the amount of money printed.
Executive Branch
www.whitehouse.gov
The House Speaker John Boehner (R)
The Speaker is elected by the entire House of Representatives and is second in line to the Presidency.
The Speaker is the official leader of the House and establishes policy , negotiations, and budgets
Legislative Branch
www.house.gov
House Majority Leader, Eric Cantor (R)
Majority Leader is head of the political party that has the most seats in the House. The leader schedules legislation for Floor Consideration and sets the House agenda.
Legislative Branch
www.house.gov
Nancy Pelosi, House Minority Leader (D)
The Minority Leader is the head of the “loyal opposition” in the House.
Legislative Branch
www.house.gov
Senate Majority Leader, Harry Reid (D)
The Majority Leader sets the agenda for the Senate. They also schedule debates and votes on the Floor.
Legislative Branch
www.senate.gov
Senate Minority LeaderMitch McConell (R)
Legislative Branch
Senate Minority leader is the head of “loyal opposition” in the Senate. They rally their caucus and is the spokesperson for the minority parties’ policy views.
www.senate.gov
United States Senators from Ohio
Sherrod Brown (D)
Rob Portman (R)
Legislative Branchwww.senate.gov
United States House Representative from St. Clairsville
Rep. Bob Gibbs, 18th Congressional District
Legislative Branch
www.house.gov
State Government Representatives
These are your Ohio State Representatives that work in Columbus to bring policy and laws that impact everyone in Ohio.
www.ohio.gov
Ohio Governor John Kasich (R)
Executive Branch
The Governor is the Chief Executive of the State. His responsibilities mirror the president but on a state level.
Governor is in charge of the National Guard, enforces the law, can veto a law, etc.
www.governor.ohio.gov
Ohio Lieutenant Governor, Mary Taylor(R)
Executive Branch
The Lieutenant Governor is 2nd in command and takes over if the Governor cannot serve. He is also President of the State Senate and helps select Committee Chairs.
www.governor.ohio.gov
Ohio Secretary of State, Jon Husted (R)
Executive Branch
(The State) Secretary of State is the Chief elections officer. He oversees the election process in the state , reviews referendums, determines ballot language, and investigates voter fraud.
www.sos.state.oh.us
Ohio Secretary of Treasury Josh Mandel (R)
Executive Branch
(The State) Secretary of Treasury is the chief manager & banker. He oversees all the state savings, debt, and investment.
www.tos.state.oh.us
Ohio Senate President, Thomas Niehaus (R)
The President of the State Senate is elected by all Senate members, they recognize members for debate and run session, and they sign all legislation.
Legislative Branchwww.ohiosenate.gov
The Ohio House of Representatives House Speaker is elected by all House members, he appoints Committee Chairs, directs legislative procedures, and runs the House sessions.
Ohio House Speaker William Batchelder (R)
Legislative Branch
www.ohiohouse.gov
House State Representative for St. Clairsville Rep. Jack Cera (D) , District 95
Legislative Branchwww.ohiohouse.gov
State Senator from St. Clairsville
Senator Lou Gentile (D) District 30
Legislative Branch
www.ohiosenate.gov
Belmont County Courthouse in St. Clairsville
Local Government Representatives
St. Clairsville Mayor, Robert Vincenzo
Executive Branch
The mayor is the Head City Official. He directs police and fire services & determines local projects such as parks and road construction.
www.stclairsville.com
St. Clairsville City Government
Service Director
Dennis Bigler
Council President
Patricia Bruhn
Finance Director
Cindy Henry
Director of Law Al Davies
First Ward Councilman
Jake Olsavsky
Second Ward Councilman
Frank Sabatino
Third Ward Councilman
John Bukmir
Fourth Ward Councilman Terry Pugh
Council-At-Large
James Weisgerber
Council-At-Large
Michael Kasper
Council-At-Large Perry Jones
Council Clerk Kathy Kaluger
For more Information go to: www.stcairsville.com