The Mayor-Council Form of City Government: Powers and Responsibilities

The video tutorial discusses the two common types of city government in the US, focusing on the mayor-council form. It explains the division of power between the mayor and the City Council, highlighting the roles and responsibilities of each. The concept of a 'strong mayor' is introduced, with examples from cities like Boston and New York. The tutorial also covers the advantages and disadvantages of this system, such as clear leadership and potential for excessive power. Finally, it includes review questions to reinforce learning.

In a mayor-council system, who is responsible for passing city laws?

• The city manager

• The mayor

• The citizens

• The City Council

What is one potential disadvantage of the mayor-council system?

• There is no clear leadership

• The mayor might become too powerful

• The City Council is not elected

• The mayor has no power

What is a key advantage of the mayor-council system?

• The mayor cannot veto ordinances

• The City Council has no legislative power

• The mayor is appointed by the City Council

• It allows for strong leadership

Which of the following is a power of the mayor in the mayor-council system?

• Hiring City Council members

• Electing the City Council

• Proposing ordinances

• Passing ordinances

What term is used to describe a mayor with significant power in the city government?

• Strong mayor

• Action keeper

• Popular mayor

• Sure mayor