Requirement 6
Requirement
Citizenship in the Community
List Community Services
List some of the services (such as the library, recreation center, public transportation, and public safety) your community provides that are funded by taxpayers. Tell your counselor why these services are important to your community.
Responsibilities of Local Government
State governments delegate the responsibility of protecting citizens and providing essential services to local governments. While cities vary in the types and number of services they offer, these services are typically funded by taxpayers and managed locally. Your local government plays a key role in ensuring these mandates are met.
Government and Civic Services
To protect life and property, the local government provides public safety and fire departments, and a municipal court system.
Education and Youth Services
To provide education, the city supports libraries, and the school district maintains schools for students in grades K through 12.
Social Services
To care for those in need, local government may offer social services such as foster home care and mental health facilities.
Variety of Community Facilities and Services
To make the community a good place to live, local government builds and maintains streets, provides public transportation, creates parks and recreational facilities, and attracts new businesses.
Did You Know:
USASPENDING.gov lets you explore how each state is awarded funds to improve cities and communities.
Check out your state’s funding today!
Now that you have identified tax-funded services in your community,
research and list three charitable organizations that serve your area.
