Chapter 5- Local Government – Flashcards
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councillor
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a person elected to the local government
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bylaws
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are laws that are passed by local government
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motion
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an idea or proposal discussed and voted on at a meeting
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forums
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is a meeting place where public discussions occur
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municipal area
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a region that has its own local government
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municipal district
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is a rural area that has its own local government
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advisory committees
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groups of concerned citizens and members of government.
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ballot
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a piece of paper used for voting that lists the names of the candidates
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nominate
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means to identify a person as a possible candidate for an elected position
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petition
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a written request that contains the signatures of people who support the request
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urban
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city or town area
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rural
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country area
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mayor
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top elected official in an urban area. Elected by voters.
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reeve
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top elected official in a rural area. Elected by council
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chief
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elected by voters in the First Nations community
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chairperson
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selected by council members in a Metis community
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superintendent
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a person responsible for running a school board or jurisdiction
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trustee
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a person who serves on a school board
