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SOL CE.08a
Civics & Economics SOL CE.08a
Question | Answer |
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What are the three units of local government in Virginia? | Counties, Towns, and Cities |
Who is elected to make the laws and adopt the budget in a county? | Board of Supervisors |
Who is elected to make the laws and adopt the budget in a town? | Town Council |
Who is elected to make the laws and adopt the budget in a city? | City Council |
How can someone become the mayor? | Elected by voters or appointed by council |
Who is hired by the legislative branch to oversee the daily operations of the local government? | Manager |
Who can be elected or appointed to oversee the operations of the public schools in a city or county? | School Board |
Citizens of a town receive and pay for services from both the town and… | county |
Powers of local governments? 1. Enforce state and local… | laws |
Powers of local governments? 2. Promote public… | health |
Powers of local governments? 3. Protect public… | safety |
Powers of local governments? 4. Educate… | children |
Powers of local governments? 5. Protect the… | environment |
Powers of local governments? 6. Regulate… | land use |
Powers of local governments? 7. Levy and collect… | taxes |
Who settles judicial disputes in a city or county? | The State Courts |
Who is elected in every locality to protect public safety and enforce the laws? | Sheriff |
Who is elected in every locality to provide services and maintain the records at the courthouse? | Clerk of the Circuit Court |
Who is elected to appraise taxes in every locality? | Commissioner of Revenue |
Who is elected in every locality to manage funds and payments? | Treasurer |