vallavalitsused

Vallavalitsus is the executive body of a rural municipality in Estonia. It is responsible for implementing the decisions of the rural municipality council and for managing the daily affairs of the municipality. The vallavalitsus is headed by a rural municipality mayor (vallavanem), who is elected by the rural municipality council. The mayor is assisted by a deputy mayor and other officials who are appointed by the mayor with the approval of the council.

The functions of the vallavalitsus include preparing the municipal budget, overseeing municipal property, managing municipal services such as education, healthcare, and social welfare, and ensuring compliance with laws and regulations. It also represents the rural municipality in its dealings with other municipalities and governmental bodies. The vallavalitsus operates in accordance with the Local Government Organization Act of Estonia. Its activities are subject to oversight by the rural municipality council and relevant state authorities. The structure and specific responsibilities of a vallavalitsus can vary slightly depending on the size and specific needs of the rural municipality it serves.