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Lesson Two Notes for OCS Students
Introduction to Local Government
As a U.S. citizen you are also a citizen of a state, county, and municipality in which each of these have their own governments. Local governments affect individual citizens the most. Local governments focus on local issues; they provide services, make and enforce laws, and pretty much anything the people in the community decide they need.
The North Carolina Constitution divides loc...
This resource provides an overview of local government structures in North Carolina, detailing the roles and responsibilities of county and municipal governments. It outlines key functions, such as the preparation of budgets by County Commissioners, the law enforcement duties of Sheriffs, and the process of incorporation for municipalities. The document explains two main forms of city governance—Mayor-Council and Council-Manager—and discusses local government services across areas like education, public safety, and transportation. Additionally, it includes critical thinking questions and activities that encourage students to reflect on the impact of local government services on their daily lives.