Local Government

Local Government

Local Government (pronunciation: /ˈloʊkəl ˈɡʌvərnˌmɛnt/) refers to the lowest tier of administration within a given state. The term is used to contrast with offices at state government or national government level, which are often referred to as "central government".

Etymology

The term "Local Government" originates from the Middle English word "local", meaning "pertaining to a particular place", and the Old French word "gouvernement", meaning "control, direction, administration".

Definition

Local Government is a form of public administration which, in a majority of contexts, exists as the lowest tier of administration within a given state. The term is used to contrast with offices at state or national level, which are often referred to as "central government", "federal government" or "national government".

Functions

Local Governments generally act within powers delegated to them by legislation or directives of the higher level of government. They are responsible for a range of civil services, including the administration of education, public transportation, public health, and land use.

Types of Local Government

There are several types of local government, including regional government, municipal government, rural government, and special purpose local government.

Regional Government

A regional government is a form of local government at the scale of a geographical region.

Municipal Government

A municipal government is a local government specific to a town, city, borough, or county.

Rural Government

A rural government is a form of local government that is distinct from urban areas.

Special Purpose Local Government

A special purpose local government is a form of local government that is created for a specific purpose, such as water conservation or school districts.

Related Terms

• Central Government
• Federal Government
• National Government
• Public Administration
• Public Services
• Regional Government
• Municipal Government
• Rural Government
• Special Purpose Local Government

External links

• Medical encyclopedia article on Local Government
• Wikipedia's article - Local Government

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