How local government (city council, mayor, school board) works and ways citizens can participate. Front: the term or role. Back: a plain-language definition.
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The elected head of a city or town government who leads the community and enforces local laws.- City Council
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A group of elected officials who make local laws and set policies for a city or town.- School Board
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A group of elected or appointed officials who manage public schools and make decisions about education in their district.- Superintendent
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The top administrator who manages a school district and reports to the school board.- Municipal
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Relating to or belonging to a city or town and its local government.- Town Hall
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A building where local government officials meet and conduct official business.- Town Meeting
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A public gathering where citizens discuss local issues and sometimes vote on decisions.- Public Hearing
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An official meeting where citizens can speak and share their opinions about local government decisions or proposals.- Property Tax
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Money that property owners pay to local government to fund schools, police, and other community services.- Zoning Law
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Rules that decide what types of buildings or activities are allowed in different areas of a city or town.- Ordinance
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A local law passed by a city council or town government.- Constituency
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The group of people represented by an elected official.- Constituent
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A person who is represented by an elected official.- Public Comment
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Time set aside at government meetings for citizens to speak about issues before officials make decisions.- Civic Participation
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Getting involved in local government and community affairs, such as voting, attending meetings, or volunteering.
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