Local government
Local Government
Local government (pronunciation: /ˈloʊkəl ˈɡʌvərnˌmɛnt/) 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 national or subnational level, which are often referred to as 'central government', 'national government', or 'federal government' and also to supranational government which deals with governing institutions between states.
Etymology
The term "local government" was first used in the 19th century and was used to refer to the governing bodies that were responsible for the administration of specific localities. The term "local" is derived from the Latin word "localis", which means pertaining to a place. The term "government" is derived from the Old French word "governer", which means to govern or rule.
Related Terms
- Municipalities: A municipality is usually an urban administrative division having corporate status and usually powers of self-government or jurisdiction. The term municipality is also used to mean the governing body of a municipality.
- Counties: A county is a geographical region of a country used for administrative or other purposes in certain modern nations.
- City councils: A city council, town council, town board, or board of aldermen is the legislative body that governs a city, town, municipality, or local government area.
- Mayors: In many countries, a mayor is the highest-ranking official in a municipal government such as that of a city or a town.
- Districts: A district is a type of administrative division that, in some countries, is managed by local government.
External links
- Medical encyclopedia article on Local government
- Wikipedia's article - Local government
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