A unit of local government, usually larger than a village and smaller than a city.
Town
100
Who is the current Mayor of Malden?
Ray Santie
100
Unit of government that is incorporated by the state and that has a large degree of self-government.
Municipality
100
All levels of government have to adhere to which document?
Constitution
200
Structure of local government where the mayor has equal voting power with all the members of the council.
Mayor Council (Weak Mayor)
200
In this meeting all citizens meet regularly to discuss town issues. The people can voice their opinions and vote of issues.
Town Meeting
200
Who is the city manager/administrator?
Ted Bellars
200
A division of state government formed to carry out state laws, collect taxes, and supervise elections in a single small area.
County
200
What is the large system of highways running throughout the United States called?
Interstate
300
Structure of local government where the mayor has veto power.
Mayor-Council (Strong Mayor)
300
A unit of government formed to meet many different needs including fire-protection, libraries, parks and recreation centers, public transportation and sewage disposal.
Special District
300
Malden is located in which county?
Dunklin
300
Elected officials in a county who usually commands several deputies and an office staff.
Sheriff
300
This is funded by the state; controlled by local boards; and can receive special funds from the federal government.
Public Education
400
Structure of local government where the mayor leads the city politically and the manager directs the city's day-to-day operations.
Council Manager Structure
400
A unit of local government that maintains local roads and rural schools within counties.
Township
400
What is the name of the drive (road) in from of the High School commons?
Stokelan Drive
400
A basic plan for a local government unit that defines its powers, responsibilities and organization.
Charter
400
Federal funds given to state and local governments for specific projects such as airport construction or pollution control.
grants-in-aid
500
A local government body that has both legislative and executive powers.
Commission
500
Who often governs a village or borough?
a small council or board of trustees
500
Who is the judge in the Malden City Court?
Phil Santie
500
Regulations that govern a community.
Ordinances
500
Funds, like grants-in-aid, are given for broadly defined purposed.