This course will provide students with the knowledge on the basic operations of local government and administration. Using a variety of materials, the students are expected to be able to trace the historical development and operationalization of the Local Government Code. The students are expected to be able to discuss the function of local government, duties of local government officials, basis for election into office, local legislation and mechanisms in the delivery of basic services. The end of goal of this course is for students to present direction and solution to challenging issues faced by the local government.