7th, DEMO

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Who is the leader of the local Government's executive branch?

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Mayor

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What is the legislative branch of the local government called?

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city council

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municipality

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a unit of local government that is incorporated by the state and that has a large degree of self-government.

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city

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the largest type of municipality.

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county

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a division of state government.

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sheriff

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commands several deputies and office staff.

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charter

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basic plan for a local government unit that defines its powers, responsibilities, and organization.

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ordinances

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regulations that govern a community.

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town

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a unit of local government, usually smaller than a city but larger than a village.

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town meeting

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where all citizens meet regularly to discuss town issues.