Levels of Jurisdiction
what are the 4 different levels of jurisdiction?
1. local
2. county
3. state
4. country
What is public transportation?
Transportation of passengers by group travel systems available for use by the general public that follows a specific route and schedule.
What is a household responsibilities?
Utilities
Who do we call when were in trouble?
what is community resources?
It provides assistance and a service to members of a local area, or society as a whole.
What are some rules that only apply to the local level?
1. Parking regulations
2. Waste management
3. Policing
what can you do at the post office?
1. send and receive
2. file for a passport
3. money orders
What is the three biggest materials we recycle?
1. paper
2. plastic
3. metals
What is unemployment?
When an individual who is not employment and is seeking employment, cannot find work. They take a percentage of what you were making and give it to you in weekly or biweekly increments.
how can we access community resources? (hint. there are 3 ways)
1. government buildings
2. calling
3. online
What county do we live in?
Oneida County
what is the DMV for?
This is where you can get your permit and ID card.
What is public housing?
They are buildings owned by the government to provide housing for low-income families, the elderly, and people with disabilities.
What is Supplemental Security Income (SSI)?
A form of Social Security that is based on age and disability, including limited income and resources.
What information do you need to gain these resources? (you have to say 3/5 things needed)
1. full name
2. address
3. social security number
4. photo id
5. benefit card
Who is the president and what is his purpose?
Joe Biden (46th president), he is responsible for implementing and enforcing the laws written by congress.
what is necessary for a car when first buying it?
1. a lot of research
2. insurance
3. having the title
4. license plates
What is composting?
It is a form of recycling. This includes food waste, manure, leaves, grass trimmings, paper, woods, etc. and makes it into organic fertilizer.
What are the three types of voting?
1. In person voting
2. Early voting
3. Absentee voting
Marriage licenses fall under what:
1. local
2. county
3. state
4. country
state
What are the three branches of government?
1. Judicial
2. Executive
3. Legislative
What is a public record?
1. Criminal cases
2. Construction
3. City Council notes
What is the Home Energy Assistance Program (HEAP)?
If you are in danger of having your utilities cut off, this program assists individuals to keep their home warm.
What are the four different forms of taxes?
1. Income
2. Sales
3. Property
4. State
Who is the mayor of Utica?
Robert Palmieri