Exam 8: Local Governments and Metropolitics

The ________ refers to an official, hired by the mayor, who administers the day-to-day workings of the city staff in a strong mayor-council form of government.

When local governments prove ineffective, state officials may offer them financial assistance with certain strings attached or may even take over responsibilities previously handled locally.

Which of the following is true of "edge cities"?

Which of the following is a problem historically faced by central cities?

Which of the following refers to a township?

Which of the following is true of public authorities?

Most cities and towns have articles of incorporation-called initiatives-granted to them by the state.

Describe how the major tasks of suburban government are bound together with those of the metropolis.

As a consequence of Dillon's rule, when doubts arise about the authority of local governments, courts generally decide for them.

Describe the various local government structures in the United States.

Which of the following can dramatically affect city policy agendas?

Many cities with council-manager forms of government are increasingly moving toward at-large elections.

Briefly explain the system of townships in New England.

Annexation is when one city merges with its surrounding county to overcome the fragmentation of metro regions.

Which of the following is true of regional coordinating and planning councils?

In recent times, mayors have been given a share in policy making, and city administration has been centralized under the mayor's direction.

In the context of county government, the ________ administer state laws, levy taxes, appropriate money, issue bonds, sign contracts on behalf of the county, and handle whatever jobs the state laws and constitution assign to them.

Briefly describe gentrification in the United States.

________ refers to state constitutional authorization for local governments to conduct their own affairs.

Which of the following refers to a county?