Sentences with phrase «local government»

Under the 1972 legislation the commission was given the duty of keeping local government areas under review.

The arguments are clear - doing so benefits both our economy and democracy, strengthening the accountability of local government for the delivery and quality of services they provide.

He also worked in local government for ten years.

Peer educators have the opportunity to get involved with local government by advocating directly to state and federal legislators and community members.

Golf carts are also allowed to be on certain public roads if permitted by local government in which the owner resides and they must also follow strict rules to drive on certain roads.

Realtor ® members serve on charitable boards, coach youth teams, assist seniors, serve on local government boards of directors and volunteer for school systems.

Various agencies from local governments to insurance companies support additional defensive driving education to further limit the risk of driving.

So, usually, the outcomes of local government elections are judged relative to the status quo, rather than in absolute terms.

Here is a list of local government officials you can contact to voice your comments or concerns regarding the proposed industrial wind turbine facility.

They also work with local government agencies to develop disaster preparedness plans for people with animals.

The motion was bizarre though — it called for local organic food plans at local government level.

Libraries around the country are facing budget cuts as local governments struggle with the aftermath of the recession — and in many cases that means fewer branches or services.

In fact, 8,000 jobs have been cut at the state and local government level over the past year.

And that's just state pension debt; that doesn't include local government pensions or health care debt.

But the governor, in a lengthy lecture during a press conference, says he has already granted local governments some significant mandate relief.

She says local governments in her district are struggling under a property tax cap that will permit no growth of taxes this year.

Bonds issued by cities, states, and other local government entities to build schools, highways, and many other projects for the public good.

He did that for a year before moving to business secretary for a year and then moving on to be communities and local government secretary.

But it is supported by numerous local government leaders.

Both want more money to help local governments pay for this cold, costly winter.

For offline marketing, visit area hospitals, law offices, local government offices and other major corporations that may require your services in the future.

The second would allow local governments to set up charitable entities.

The governor is trying to reduce property taxes by encouraging local governments across the state to cut costs through sharing services.

While local government services and benefits are being cut to the bone, when it comes to funding these kinds of vanity projects, money always appears to be of no object.

The party also accused the government of wasting local government funds on foreign seminars and trips that have no bearing on people's welfare.

The leadership of the state's largest public workers union says the proposal also raises questions and uncertainty for local government employees.

Local government authorities and residents hope that the areas they live in will be better, perhaps even completely, protected.

This reflects, as some warned, the replacement of local government committees with campaign forums, simply hasn't worked.

Who does one talk to when local government does not respond to complaints about a law enforcement officer?

He predicts massive lay offs of local government workers if no deal is struck, saying cities and towns are nearly broke.

The incident occurred barely two hours after the commencement of the state local government election.

It was gathered that the PDP senators had gone for their party's local government congress which took place yesterday.

The degree to which local governments depend on sales taxes varies, but it is an important source of revenue for many.

People who refuse to recycle their household waste could be charged extra under new proposals to reform local government financing.

He proposed solutions including local government initiatives, vocational training, and social support.

The bill has long been favored by local governments who want relief from the costs imposed by state government they say drives up property taxes.

A title report is not reasonably related to one of the four areas where local governments are permitted to regulate (spacing and concentration, traffic control, parking, and noise control).

The constituency was redefined again for the 1955 general election, taking account of new local government boundaries.

No 10 said the government had to look at local government spending because it represented a quarter of all public money.

The idea was to rewrite only those that were absolutely necessary, giving local governments more control.

Local government provides information on flood plains and more to help residents.

The law requires local governments to set up public libraries in their districts, provide free library access, and organize public events.

Many areas have organizations in place funded through local governments and nonprofit foundations to help job seekers get back on their feet.