Question

Which areas do local governments in Michigan control?

Check all that apply.
parks and recreation
military preparedness
public works public
safety local courts

Answer 1

parks and recreation

public works

public safety

Answer 2

The correct answer is parks and recreation, public works, and local safety .

A local government is an administrative body for specific geographical areas. It could be a city, town, or county. Its control is limited to the specific geographical region, and can not pass state laws. This form of governments can elect officials and determine taxes.

Among others, local Governments responsibility are all the services that affect public on daily-basis such as traffic, law enforcement, sewage treatment, flood control, and emergency service.

In the case of the State of Michigan, it controls parks and recreation, public works and local safety.

Michigan's local governments fall into two categories: County and Township.