How much citizen participation is possible under Commission-Manager government?

The City of Longwood welcomes citizen participation in the decision-making process. Because professional local government management offers government of the people, by the people, and for the people, it sets the stage for citizen activism by encouraging open communication between citizens and their government. Citizens have the opportunity to present issues to the Mayor and Commission at General Meetings. In addition, citizens are encouraged to become members of boards and committees.

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1. What is the Commission-Manager form of government?
2. Is it a responsive form of government?
3. What is the Mayor and Commission's function?
4. What is the City Manager's function?
5. Does the City Manager participate in policy determination?
6. Are all Commission-Manager governments structured the same way?
7. How much citizen participation is possible under Commission-Manager government?