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