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Borough councils

Scope note

Principal governing bodies of boroughs, having legislative and executive powers such as to pass ordinances, levy taxes, and appropriate funds.

Term type

AAT

Getty AAT term number

3000252599

Broader Terms used

<governing bodies>

Equivalent Terms used

borough council

Created

13yrs ago

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