John Ceretto
| John D. Ceretto | |
|---|---|
| Member of the New York State Assembly from the 145th district | |
| Incumbent | |
| Assumed office January 1, 2013 | |
| Preceded by | Michael P. Kearns |
| Personal details | |
| Born | May 12, 1952[1] Niagara Falls, New York[2] |
| Political party | Republican |
| Spouse(s) | Beth[2] |
| Children | four[2] |
| Residence | Lewiston, New York[2] |
| Alma mater | Niagara University[2] |
| Profession | politician |
| Website | Official website |
John D. Ceretto (born May 12, 1952)[1] is an American politician and a Republican member of the New York State Assembly, representing the 145th Assembly District as of January 2013. His district includes the cities of Niagara Falls and Tonawanda also, the towns of Lewiston, Cambria, Niagara, Wheatfield, and Grand Island.[2]
Education and early career
A Niagara Falls native, he attended La Salle Senior High School and is a graduate of Niagara University with a Bachelors and a Masters degree in Education and Administration. While still in college, he worked for the Carborundum Abrasive Company. Upon completing his education, he worked as a substitute teacher in many of the local schools and then worked for 20 years at the Tulip Corporation in Niagara Falls.[2]
Political career
In 1995, Ceretto was elected as a councilman on the Lewiston Town Board. In 2005, he was elected Niagara County Legislator in the 12th District. Ceretto also served as Vice-Chairman of the Niagara County Economic Development Committee and Chairman of the Niagara County Refuse Department. [2]
In the November 2010 election for State Assembly, Ceretto beat former Assemblywoman Francine DelMonte, who ran on the Working Families Party Line facing and Democratic challenger candidate and former Niagara Falls City Councilman John Accardo.
Personal life
Ceretto married his wife Beth in 1978. They reside in Lewiston, New York, with their four children.
References
- ↑ 1.0 1.1 "Legislative Preview: Meet The New Members". The Capitol. Manhattan Media. January 6, 2011. Retrieved March 17, 2011.
- ↑ 2.0 2.1 2.2 2.3 2.4 2.5 2.6 2.7 "John D. Ceretto: Biography". New York State Assembly. Retrieved March 17, 2011.
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| Political offices | ||
|---|---|---|
| Preceded by |
Niagara County Legislator, 12th district January 1, 2006 – December 31, 2010 |
Succeeded by Richard E. Updegrove |
| New York Assembly | ||
| Preceded by Francine DelMonte |
New York State Assembly, 138th District January 1, 2011 – December 31, 2012 |
Succeeded by Harry B. Bronson |
| Preceded by Michael P. Kearns |
New York State Assembly, 145th District January 1, 2013 – present |
Incumbent |