The president presides over the Council, but it is actually run by the majority leader.

"I'm sure you don't count presiding over the Council as a function."

The commission claims that the power of presiding over the Council is ceremonial.

The Federal Government has a significant degree of influence over the Council, having two votes and also a casting vote.

After several false starts, he managed to win over the Council and the State Legislature.

The military judge or the chief judge presided over the Secret Council.

The Mayor, who is elected separately, presides over the Council.

The Speaker and his allies, who maintain a tight control over the Council, clearly made most of the major decisions themselves.

"The visible role of presiding over the Council is significant to the public advocate's ability to act as the city government watchdog."

Member states preside over the Council in rotating alphabetical order, for 6-month periods.