1. In some states, counties are divided into townships. ... Whereas the federal government and state governments share power in countless ways, a local government must be granted power by the state. In general, mayors, city councils, and other governing bodies are directly elected by the people.
2. the benefit or well-being of the public.
3. can prescribe policies on commerce, taxation, healthcare, education, and many other issues within their state.
4. budgeting and appropriation of funds for all county activities; building and maintaining county roads; making and enforcing civil and criminal resolutions and ordinances not in conflict with state law, including those for land use and building construction
5.the First Amendment
