Your Mayor: Local Government in Action

by Jennifer Silate

The mayor is the head of local government. Whether it is in large cities such as New York and San Francisco or small rural areas, the mayor is a powerful figure as he or she influences and enforces the laws, determines the budget, and maintains public order and safety. This high/low book examines the duties, responsibilities, and powers of the mayor through clear and easy-to-read text.

• Format: Library Binding
• Language: English
• ISBN: 0823944816
• ISBN13: 9780823944811
• Release Date: February 2004
• Publisher: Rosen Central
• Length: 32 Pages
• Weight: 0.64 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.3" x 7.3" x 8.8"
• Age Range: 10 to 13 years
• Grade Range: Grades 5 to 8