County and Municipal Governments

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Which of the following is NOT a part of county governments? Health & Human Services, Records & Elections, Military Defense, Justice & Public Safety

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Military Defense

Front

What is the biggest source of revenue for county governments?

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Property Taxes

Front

What is county spending required by law?

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Mandatory Spending

Front

Which rule requires a county must get their authority from the state legislature?

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Dillion's Rule

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What type of rule gives counties the power to make decisions for themselves?

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Home Rule

Front

Which of the following is NOT an organization structure for county governments? Commission Only, Commission + Administrator, Commission + Executive, Commission + Mayor

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Commission + Mayor

Front

What is the term for governments of cities, towns, and villages?

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Municipality

Front

Which form of local town governments is like the president - Congress?

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Strong-mayor plan

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What is NOT a way to get involved in local government? Riot, Vote, Run for office, Show up at government meetings

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Riot

Front

What is eminent domain?

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The power of the government to take private property for public use with compensation.