Which of the following is true of the council-manager form of city government?
A) It is the most popular form of city government in Texas for home-rule cities. B) The individual members of the city council serve as heads of a city department. C) The city council is simply a rubber stamp. D) The city manager is elected at-large. E) The city manager hires and manages all municipal employees.
Answer: A
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Indicate whether the statement is true or false
Which of the following explains the reason for a short, biennial legislative session with low salaries for legislators?
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