1. Governing

2. Local Government
They are the closest to the people, which makes it easier to have influence.

3. Metropolitan communities
Metropolitan area – a large city and its surrounding suburbs.
Cities – densely populated areas with commercial, residential, and industrial sections.
Towns – small and rural.
Suburbs – settled area next to a city.

4. Types of local government
County – largest territory and subdivision of the state. They enforce state laws.
Municipality – city government.

5. Municipal governments
Mayor-Council form- mayor is Exec. branch and Council acts as Leg. branch.
Commission Form- combines Exec. and Leg. into a commission consisting of different departments. Example – police.
Council Manager Form- Exec. and Leg. branches are separate.

6. Challenges of cities Housing shortages Inadequate transportation
Infrastructure – (roads, pipes, sewers, etc.)
Pollution
Poverty
Crime

7. Social problems Homelessness – Over 3 million in the U.S.
Drug Abuse – (Dealers, Gangs, etc.)

8. Biggest problem for cities

9. $$$MONEY$$$ Where do local governments get their money?
Property taxes.
Grant from the state and federal government.

10. LOCAL GOVERNMENT SERVICES
Education
Zoning
Police and Fire
Water Supply
Sewage and Sanitation
Transportation
Social Services
Recreation and Cultural Activities