Local Government in Virginia

What are the units of local government in Virginia?

• Boroughs, districts, and sectors

• Counties, towns, and cities

• Parishes, townships, and municipalities

• Divisions, neighborhoods, and provinces

Which elected body is responsible for enacting ordinances in counties in Virginia?

• The elected council

• The state government

• The board of supervisors

• The mayor's office

Who has the power to levy and collect taxes in Virginia local governments?

• The state court

• The local school board

• The city manager

• The local government

Which officials are locally elected in every locality in Virginia?

• Mayor, city council, and school board

• Sheriff, clerk of the circuit court, commissioner of revenue, and a treasurer

• Manager, mayor, and judges

• Board of supervisors, mayor, and sheriff

What is the relationship between the state government and local governments in Virginia?

• Local governments are completely independent of the state government.

• The authority of local governments is derived from the state.

• Local governments have no relationship with the state government.

• The state government's powers are derived from the local governments.

How can individuals have the greatest influence on decisions made by local government officials?

• By participating in state elections

• Through direct participation and simulations

• By becoming a member of the state court

• By enacting ordinances themselves

Which powers do local governments in Virginia exercise?

• Defined and unlimited powers

• Defined and limited powers

• Undefined and limited powers

• Undefined and unlimited powers