the state governments
Townspeople wanted charters because these granted them specific rights and privileges. Charters contained local by-laws which are clearly defined for the townspeople to follow.
Beacuse state constitutions give legislatures power to create local governments, which recieve charters, or grants of authority, to carry out a wide range of governmental responsibilities.
The powers of local governments generally depend on those conferred upon them by higher-level jurisdictions (such as a provincial or state government). For example, the powers of local governments in the Canadian province of British Columbia are as set out in the Municipalities Act of the provincial legislature. Additional powers can be granted with supplementary legislation, such as those granted by the Vancouver Charter for the City of Vancouver (above and beyond those powers already granted to other local governments).
The general term for federal money or resources granted to states or local governments is known as a grant.
The general term for federal money given to states or local governments are called grants. These monies may also be given to private corporations in the event of a bailout.
The local governments only have power over township, municipalities, counties, school districts and special districts. This is called the Dillon's Rule.
local governments only have power that is specifically granted to them by states
local governments only have power that is specifically granted to them by states
The state governments set up counties and give them authority to set up a county government. Cities and towns are incorporated and awarded charters by the state governments which give them the power to set up a government. State laws set the limits of local government and the process for establishing them.
Answer this question… Local governments have been granted more independence when making economic policy.
It depends on the area. Usually local governments, either country or city.
It depends on the type of crime you committed. Check with your local and state governments to see what the rules are.