The ones I'm most proud of are schools and local libraries. My city government is also responsible for taking care of local roads and city streets. We also pay for streetlights, garbage collection, and recycling. We put local police on the street, and pay for city jails, county jails, and local courts. We use the money to make sure our zoning laws are enforced, and for local parks and recreation.
Local taxes are under the authority of the state.
Local taxes may vary from city to city. The Federal government often gives local governments additional tax revenue for schools and highways, among other services. City and county jails are for individuals who break state and local laws. Top 5 Great Things About Being Mayor 1. You're the coolest person at your high school reunion.