CE 8 Local Government Flashcard

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Who creates the units of local governments in Virginia?

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The General Assembly

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What branches do local governments in Virginia have?

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Legislative, executive, and judicial

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What are the units of local government in Virginia?

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Counties, towns, and cities

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Who exercises legislative powers and enacts ordinances in a county?

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Board of supervisors

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Who may be hired by the elected legislative branch to oversee the operations of the local government? (executive branch)

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Manager

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What does the school board oversee in a county?

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K–12 public schools

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Who exercises legislative powers in an incorporated town?

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Town council

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Who can elect the mayor in an incorporated town?

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The voters or the town council members

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Who may be hired to oversee the operations of the local government in an incorporated town?

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Manager

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Who exercises legislative powers in a city by enacting ordinances and adopting an annual budget?

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The city council