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Analyze the difference between the commission form of local government and the council-manager form of local government.(1 point)

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In the former, the same people have equal voice on executive and legislative issues; in the latter, different people decide executive and legislative issues.
In the former, the same people have equal voice on executive and legislative issues; in the latter, different people decide executive and legislative issues.

In the former, the manager is the head executive, and in the latter, the mayor is the head executive.
In the former, the manager is the head executive, and in the latter, the mayor is the head executive.

In the former, different people decide executive and legislative issues, while in the latter, the same people have equal voice on executive and legislative issues.
In the former, different people decide executive and legislative issues, while in the latter, the same people have equal voice on executive and legislative issues.

In the former, the commissioners are from England, and in the latter, the council is chosen by the governor.
In the former, the commissioners are from England, and in the latter, the council is chosen by the governor.
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The correct response that captures the fundamental difference between the commission form of local government and the council-manager form of local government is:

In the former, the same people have equal voice on executive and legislative issues; in the latter, different people decide executive and legislative issues.

Explanation:

  1. Commission Form of Local Government: In this model, a small group of elected commissioners serves as both the legislative and executive branches of government. They have equal voice and decision-making power over both types of issues, which can lead to a less clear separation of powers.

  2. Council-Manager Form of Local Government: In this structure, an elected council makes legislative decisions, while a separately appointed manager carries out executive functions. This creates a distinction between those who set the policy (the council) and those who implement it (the manager).