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Quiz on California Local Governments

March 21, 2025 2:30 amMarch 21, 2025 2:31 am

This quiz is to test your knowledge about California’s local governments. Below are the questions, followed by the answers. California’s local governments consist of just counties and cities. Local governments in this state are created by statutes that have been...

Local Government Practical Guide Released

July 21, 2024 5:52 pmJuly 21, 2024 5:52 pm

California Globe contributor Chris Micheli just released his most recent book in a series entitled “A Practical Guide to California Local Governments.” The book’s short chapters cover the different types of local governments in this state, as well as some...

Frequently Asked Questions about California Local Governments

December 18, 2023 9:05 amDecember 18, 2023 9:06 am

How many local government entities exist in California? There are 58 counties, 482 cities, and over 2,000 special districts that comprise local government. Does the California Constitution address local governments? Yes, Article 11 deals with local government. How does the...