Local Government Structure in Missouri

The video provides an overview of local government in Missouri, focusing on general purpose governments like counties and townships, as well as municipalities and their classifications. It also covers specific purpose governments such as school districts and other service districts.

What are the two main types of local governments in Missouri?

• General purpose and specific purpose

• Federal and state

• Urban and rural

• Municipal and county

How many counties are there in Missouri?

• 130

• 100

• 114

• 120

Which city in Missouri is considered an independent city?

• Columbia

• St. Louis

• Springfield

• Kansas City

What is the primary function of townships in Missouri today?

• Education

• Geographical divisions

• Law enforcement

• Tax collection

How many townships in Missouri have active governments?

• 75

• 100

• 22

• 50

What is the largest municipality by population in Missouri?

• Springfield

• Kansas City

• Columbia

• St. Louis

What is a unique feature of Home Rule municipalities in Missouri?

• They are the largest municipalities

• They were established after 1900

• They have no local government

• They were established before the 1875 Constitution

What is the primary purpose of school districts in Missouri?

• Law enforcement

• Road maintenance

• Public education

• Fire protection

How many school districts are there in Missouri?

• 450

• 500

• 566

• 600

Which of the following is NOT a specific purpose local government in Missouri?

• Fire district

• Library district

• Water district

• County government