Money & Towns
define revenue
income
Define Federalism
A system of power in which power is divided
ward
geographic division of a city that elects representatives to the city government
What kind of municipal government does Northampton have?
city
define constitution
a written plan for government
1. taxes
2. fees
3. grants
concurrent powers are
shared between state and federal government
define resolution
statement of policy or belief or appreciation issued by local government
ordinance
a city law
What part of the Constitution gives states power?
Amendment 10
Name 3 tax-funded services
1. schools
2. roads (DPW)
3. parks
reserved powers are
set aside for the states
committee
a group of people appointed for a specific task, typically consisting of members of a larger group.
How many city councilors represent you?
2 at large 1 from ward
If a power isn't specifically given to the federal government, or not allowed by the Constitution, who does it belong to?
states
Where do town residents vote directly on town issues
Town meeting
The difference between implied and enumerated powers is
enumerated are listed in the Constitution and implied are suggested or assumed
List 3 jobs Northampton voters chose?
City Council
School Committee
Mayor
Whose job is it to approve appointments, make city ordinances, approve the budget and tax rates
City Council
How can citizens have a say in their local government?
vote for representatives, contact councilors or committee members, speak at meetings, join committees, vote for mayor, attend meetings, stay informed
Who represents residents of towns in their town government?
Board of selectmen
Both Federal and state governments share (at least 3)
1. 3 branches
2.elected representatives
3. taxes
4. laws
5. constitutions
Who is in charge of public records, running elections, collecting fees & licenses
City Clerk
Whose job is it to appoint come city officials, chair important committees, lead and organize the city departments, enforce ordinances, create a budget and represent the city at the county and state level?
Mayor
List at least 3 types of services the local government provides for people?
Utilities (gas, water, sewer, trash)
Education (schools)
Public safety- fire, police
Public works-transportation, parking, roads