What Is Meant by a Charter

question 7

Multiple Choice

What is meant by a charter?

• A)the oldest and most common form of city government, consisting of either a weak mayor and a city council or a strong mayor elected by voters and council
• B)a gradual change in property ownership with wealthier people buying property and moving into neighborhoods, leading to the revitalization of the area
• C)a city "constitution" that outlines the structure of city government, defines the authority of the various officials, and provides for their selection
• D)a form of local government in which the voters directly elect the city council and the mayor
• E)a form of local government in which the members of the city council select the mayor, who then shares power with other elected or appointed boards and commissions

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