POL 3331 Exam 2 Notes

The Study Guide for Test 2 covers various aspects of local governments in the United States. It includes information on the number and types of local governments, such as municipalities, towns/townships, special districts, and school districts. The guide also delves into the different types of special districts, including drainage districts, water districts, hospital districts, library districts, and park districts. Additionally, it provides details on school districts, their leadership structure, and sources of funding. Furthermore, the guide explains key concepts related to city government, such as the Council/Manager Form of Government, the roles of city attorneys and city clerks, and the different types of cities based on their government structure, such as general law cities and home rule cities. It also discusses revenue sources for cities, user fees, and HOT funds. The guide covers human brain evolution, milestones in human history, milestones in the development of cities, and how these milestones have influenced human behavior and led to the lifestyles we have today. It provides an overview of different urban plans, including grid, organic, radial, and hybrid plans. Moreover, the guide delves into characteristics of city government, such as annexation, extraterritorial jurisdiction, and city government rules, such as Dillon's Rule and Home Rule. It also explains the different forms of city government, such as commission, council-manager, and mayor-council, and the associated powers and duties of mayors and council members. The study guide also provides insight into the leadership structure of school districts, including the roles of superintendents and executive officials. It details the duties and responsibilities of city attorneys and city clerks, and the necessary education and licensing for these roles. Overall, the guide offers a comprehensive overview of local governments, city government, and the development of cities, providing students with a thorough understanding of relevant concepts and dynamics in these areas.