Municipal Government Structure and Leadership
The administration of the municipio is designed to ensure direct democratic representation and stable leadership. At the heart of this system is the President of the municipio, who is directly elected by the citizens to lead the local executive functions.
Election Process and Governance
The Council of the municipio is elected every five years. The voting system allows citizens to express their preference through two primary methods: a direct choice for a specific presidential candidate or an indirect choice by voting for the party or coalition supporting a candidate.
To ensure the winning candidate possesses a clear mandate, the system employs a two-round runoff. If no candidate secures at least 50% of the votes in the first round, the top two candidates proceed to a second round of voting held two weeks later. This mechanism ensures that the final winner can claim majority support from the electorate.
Key Facts
- The President is directly elected by citizens.
- Council terms last for five years.
- A second-round runoff occurs if no candidate reaches a 50% threshold.
- The current President, Amedeo Ciaccheri, took office following a special election on June 10, 2018.
- The office was established in 2001 and was known as Municipio XI until 2013.
The 2018 Special Election
Following the resignation of the previous incumbent, a special election was held on June 10, 2018, to determine the new leadership. The results showed a decisive victory for Amedeo Ciaccheri.
| Candidate | Party | Votes | Percentage |
|---|---|---|---|
| Amedeo Ciaccheri | S8 | 17,603 | 54.05% |
| Simone Foglio | FI | 8,249 | 25.33% |
| Enrico Lupardini | M5S | 4,271 | 13.11% |
| Others | - | 2,443 | 7.50% |
| Total | - | 32,566 | 100.00% |
Council Composition (2018–2021)
The Council serves as the legislative body of the municipio. For the 2018–2021 term, the Council consisted of 24 members, divided between the majority and the opposition.
- Majority: Comprised of 8 PD, 5 S8, 1 LeU, and 1 other member.
- Opposition: Comprised of 3 M5S, 2 FdI, 2 FI, and 2 L members.
The presidency during this term was held by Amedeo Ciaccheri of the S8 party.
Historical Leadership
Since its inception in 2001, the municipio has been led by several presidents representing various political coalitions.
| President | Party | Coalition | In Office |
|---|---|---|---|
| Massimiliano Smeriglio | PRC | The Olive Tree | 2001–2006 |
| Andrea Catarci | PRC / SEL | Centre-left | 2006–2016 |
| Paolo Pace | M5S | - | 2016–2017 |
| Virginia Raggi | M5S | - | 2017–2018 |
| Amedeo Ciaccheri | S8 | Centre-left | since 2018 |
It is noted that Virginia Raggi held the office as a Special Commissioner in her capacity as the Mayor of Rome following a presidential resignation.
Frequently Asked Questions
How is the President of the municipio elected?
The President is directly elected by citizens. If no candidate achieves 50% of the vote, a second-round runoff is held between the top two candidates two weeks later.
How often are the Council elections held?
The Council of the municipio is elected every five years.
Who is the current President of the municipio?
Amedeo Ciaccheri (S8) has served as President since the special election in 2018.
What was the municipio called before 2013?
Until 2013, the entity was known as Municipio XI.
What is the role of the Mayor of Rome in the municipio?
In specific instances, such as after a presidential resignation, the Mayor of Rome may hold the office as a Special Commissioner.