Describe the local form of government and identify the major elected officials of your selected area.

Select a local government within your state to analyze. You may select either an urban, suburban, or rural government to review.


Prepare a 10- to 12-slide Microsoft® PowerPoint® presentation addressing the following:

• Describe which area you chose: urban, suburban, or rural. Briefly describe the area’s demographics and characteristics.
• Describe the local form of government and identify the major elected officials of your selected area.
• Identify the major public policy issues, current events, and challenges this government faces and analyze one in depth.
• Discuss how the state government is addressing the issue you selected.
• Provide at least two potential, realistic solutions to the public policy issues, current events, and challenges this government faces.

Include speaker notes to provide more in-depth information.
Format your presentation consistent with APA guidelines.