COUNTY GOVERNMENT INFRASTRUCTURE AND ECONOMICAL EVOLUTION
Greene County County's fall foliage has always been a major attraction, with the foliage at its peak in mid-October. Greene County Historical Facts date back to 1796. We hope you enjoy our history compilations for various aspects of our county.
COUNTY GOVERNMENT INFRASTRUCTURE
Greene County being located in the southwestern most corner of Pennsylvania, is considered the cornerstone of the keystone state. Greene County is 89.2 percent rural; with a population of about 41,000 residents; and a land area of 579 square miles. The countyseat for Greene County is within the Borough of Waynesburg, located at exit 14 of interstate 79, about 60 miles south of Pittsburgh.
Three County Commissioners — constitute the chief governing body of the county.
Statutory authority of the commissioners is primarily of an administrative nature with legislative or policy-making powers.
The county commissioners are vested with selective policy-making authority to provide certain local services and facilities on a county-wide basis.
Administrative powers and duties of county commissioners encompass registration and elections, assessment of persons and property, human services, veterans' affairs, appointment of county personnel, fiscal management and website content.
Through the organizational structure of Greene County the Commissioners approve the employment of the county staff. Daily operations of county government are administrated via five primary departments: Finance & Administration, Law & Order, Human Services,
Economic Development, and Recreation. Each of these departments manages a number of other departments which provide direct services to the residents of Greene County.
Greene County is made up of 26 municipalities (20 Townships and 6 Boroughs). The largest municipality being Franklin Township with a population of 7,694 (2004 U.S. Consensus stat). The governing body of Greene County Townships is composed of three supervisors who are elected at-large. Two additional supervisors may be elected if approved by referendum. All are elected at-large for six-year terms.
The Boroughs are governed by elected members of council. Residents and businesses have the safety and welfare of having a full time police force consisting of a chief, lieutenant and patrolmen.
COUNTY ROW OFFICES & ELECTED OFFICIALS:updated May 2010
Greene County has a commitment to their citizens. Our County is a very important part of our community. Contact your county commissioners to find out more about what your county is doing.
State Senator — Barry Stout, Democrat, 46th District, which includes nearly all of Washington and Greene counties and part of Beaver County.
U.S. Representative to Congress: — Congressman Mark Critz, Democrat, representating the 12th District, which includes the southwestern portion of the state, stretching from Johnstown to the southern suburbs of Pittsburgh. There are seven district offices available for assistance: Donora, Indiana, Kittanning, Lower Burrell, Vandergrift, Washington, and Waynesburg (with limited hours). Click here for local offices' location and hours, or call 1-800-289-2642.
GREENE COUNTY REGISTERED VOTERS:
As of the end of January 2010, there were 25,301 registered voters in Greene County:
Democratic: 16,751 (66.5%)
Republican: 6,742 (26%)
Other Parties: 1,808 (7.5%)
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For general information, please contact the Information Services at 724-852-5399 / Toll Free: 1-888-852-5399. County Office Building, 93 E. High Street, Waynesburg, PA 15370
