CMM Public Administration & Governance 3

Question 1

In a strong-mayor form of government, which characteristic distinguishes it from the council-manager form?

Accepted Answer

The mayor has executive authority and can veto council legislation

Answer

In a strong-mayor system, the mayor exercises executive authority including veto power, unlike the council-manager model where a professional manager leads administration.

Question 2

The Dillon's Rule doctrine in local government law holds that:

Accepted Answer

Local governments possess only the powers expressly granted by state law

Answer

Dillon's Rule limits local government authority to powers explicitly granted, fairly implied, or essential to stated purposes under state law.

Question 3

A city manager is asked by a council member to speak with a reporter on behalf of the council member's re-election campaign. The manager should:

Accepted Answer

Decline, as participating in partisan political activities violates professional ethics

Answer

The ICMA Code of Ethics prohibits professional managers from engaging in partisan political activities that compromise their political neutrality.

Question 4

Which intergovernmental relations model describes the federal government setting broad goals while states and localities have flexibility in how to achieve them?

Accepted Answer

Cooperative federalism

Answer

Cooperative federalism involves collaboration among federal, state, and local governments where federal goals are pursued with state and local implementation flexibility.

Question 5

When a local government enters into an interlocal agreement, the primary purpose is to:

Accepted Answer

Share services or resources between local governments to improve efficiency

Answer

Interlocal agreements allow municipalities to share services, pool resources, or jointly deliver programs to achieve cost savings and service improvements.

(CMM) Certified Municipal Manager Practice Test

(CMM) Certified Municipal Manager Practice Test

CMM Public Administration & Governance 3