federalsim

Question 1

what position in every locality are elected by the voters

Answer 1

sheriffs

clerk of the circuit court

treasurer

commissioner of revenue

Question 2

what powers are given to local government

Answer 2

enforce state or local laws

promote public health

protect public safety

protect the environment

educate children

regulate land use

levy and collect taxes

Question 3

where do local governments get their power from

Answer 3

constitution of Virginia and general assembly

Question 4

who is local legislative body in a county

Answer 4

board of supervisors

Question 5

who is the local legislative body in a city or town

Answer 5

elected council

Question 6

legislative

Answer 6

national: congress
state:General assembly
county:board of supeevisors
city/town: city/town council

Question 7

executive branch

Answer 7

national:president
state:governor
county:county admin or manager
city/town: mayor

Question 8

what is the role of a manager in a county city or town

Answer 8

oversees operations of the local government