Önkormányzatot

Önkormányzatot refers to local government in Hungary. It is the basic unit of public administration at the local level, responsible for managing the affairs of a municipality. These can be settlements, cities, or counties. Önkormányzatok are established to provide public services and to represent the interests of their residents. They have a degree of autonomy and are empowered to levy taxes and fees to fund their operations.

The primary responsibilities of önkormányzatok include areas such as local infrastructure development, public education, healthcare provision, social services, waste management, and public safety. They operate through elected councils, which are responsible for decision-making and oversight. The mayor, elected by the residents, presides over the council and represents the önkormányzat. Funding for these local governments comes from various sources, including state subsidies, local taxes, and revenues from municipal assets. The legal framework for önkormányzatok is established by national law, defining their rights, duties, and organizational structure.