Central Committee

What is the Central Committee? The Central Committee is the governing body of the Pickaway County Republican Party, serving much like a board of directors for the organization. It is responsible for setting the Party's direction, electing its leadership, and ensuring the organization remains strong and effective. Through its elected members, the Central Committee represents Republican voters from every precinct in Pickaway County.

  • Elected Members: Every two years, Republican voters in each of Pickaway County's 44 precincts elect one Republican to represent them on the Central Committee. Following each even-year primary election, the newly elected Central Committee convenes its organizational meeting to elect the Party's officers. Following the election of the Party's officers, At-Large members may be appointed in accordance with the party bylaws.

  • At-Large Members: At-Large members are appointed in a variety of ways to strengthen the Central Committee and broaden Republican participation. They complement the Committee's work by providing additional talent, expertise, and perspective while preserving the elected membership as the clear majority. At-Large members enjoy the same rights and responsibilities as elected members, including voting on internal party business. However, as required by Ohio law, they are not eligible to vote when the Central Committee fills vacancies in public office. At-Large appointments are tied to the Chairman's term. They expire at the end of each two-year term or whenever the office of Chairman becomes vacant.

    • The Chairman may appoint up to 10 At-Large members to strengthen the Committee with additional experience, expertise, and community representation.

    • The Chairman may also appoint up to two additional At-Large members to allow elected Central Committee members who have moved from the precinct they were elected to represent to continue serving, as permitted by the party bylaws.

    • Finally, any Party officer who is not an elected member of the Central Committee serves as an At-Large member by virtue of holding office.

What Does the Central Committee Do? The Central Committee establishes the direction of the local Republican Party, adopts and oversees party policies, fills certain vacancies in public office as provided by Ohio law, recruits and supports Republican candidates, builds the Party's grassroots organization, engages volunteers, and works to advance Republican principles throughout Pickaway County.

Who Runs the County Party? The Party's Chairman, Vice Chairman, Secretary, and Treasurer, together with one elected Central Committee member selected by those officers, make up the Executive Committee. The Executive Committee serves as the Party's executive leadership team. Acting under the authority of the Central Committee, the Executive Committee conducts the routine business of the Party between Central Committee meetings. Learn more HERE.

How Can I Participate if I’m Not a Member of the Central Committee? Republicans interested in becoming more involved are encouraged to join our Associate Member Program. Associate Members may attend regular Central Committee meetings, volunteer at Party events, serve on committees, and learn how the Party operates. Because Central Committee meetings often involve organizational governance, campaign planning, and political strategy, attendance is generally limited to Central Committee and Associate Members. Learn about the Associate Member Program HERE.

Interesting Facts:

  • 60% of the current Central Committee has been elected since 2024, reflecting significant growth and new leadership within the Party.

  • Only 25% of elected Central Committee members currently hold public office. The Committee is primarily made up of Republican volunteers, community leaders, and grassroots activists dedicated to strengthening the Party.


    Whether you're interested in serving on the Central Committee, becoming an Associate Member, volunteering at Party events, or supporting Republican candidates, there's a place for you in the Pickaway County Republican Party. We invite you to get involved!