Local Gov't Review

What is the name for a local law?

• Executive Order

• Ordinance

• Regulation

What is the name of the Legislative body for a county?

• School Board

• General Assembly

• Board of Supervisors

• Congress

TRUE or FALSE: Managers are elected to oversee government operations.

• True

• False

Which government official is responsible for assessing taxes?

• Clerk of Circuit Court

• Treasurer

• Commissioner of Revenue

• Sheriff

Which of the following localities does NOT have a mayor?

• County

• Town

• City

Which government official is elected as the record keeper of the court?

• Manager

• Clerk of Circuit Court

• Commissioner of Revenue

• Treasurer

Which group makes laws for the state?

• General Assembly

• Congress

• Board of Supervisors

Which of the following is NOT a power of local governments?

• Levy and collect taxes

• Regulate land use

• Protect public safety

• Pass legislation for the country

What does the word implement mean?

• To interpret

• To write

• To carry out

Explain how individuals have the greatest influence on decisions made at the local level.