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Our Local Government of Springfield Illinois impacts our day-to-day lives with legislation and public services. It is our job to know what is going on at the local level to ensure our freedoms and rights are not encroached on.
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Executive
Legislative
Judicial
John Madonia
Presiding Circuit
Judge
The Executive branch is charged with the execution and enforcement of laws and policies and the administration of public affairs.
The Legislative branch has the power to make and review laws and regulations.
It is the right of the citizens to ensure hold legislators accountable.
The Judicial branch charged with the interpretation of laws and the administration of justice.
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About Your Officials
MAYOR
Jim Langfelder
Elected: April 2, 2019
Term Ends: April 2023
Political Party: Democrat
Branch of Government: Executive
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Oversees various city departments, such as: CWLP, Fire Department, HR, Libraries, Cemeteries, Police Departments, Public works and more.
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Jurisdiction over Wards in Springfield
Elected: Various
Term Ends: April 2023
Political Party: Various
Branch of Government: Legislative
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Represents the citizens of their particular Ward a. Works closely with the Mayor to make policy changes, approve budgets, mandates and other items. Learn more about Aldermen:
Chief of Police: Kenny Winslow
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While Governors cannot fire Mayors, they do have influence over them and their legislative decisions. The Governor is the state's highest ranking elected official. He serves as the state's chief executive officer and oversees the functions of the executive branch of government.
Sangamon County
Law Enforcement
Sangamon County Sheriff: Jack Cambell
Elected:
Term Ends:
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Sangamon County is a broader part of the local government comprise of both the legislative and executive branch. Its jurisdiction includes and exceeds the limits of the City of Springfield.
Chief Judge of the 7th Circuit: Honorable John Madonia
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The Judicial Branch of local government is comprised of Circuit Judges and Associate Judges. One of the Circuit Judges is selected by all of the judges to guide the rest of them.