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The governance structure of Amar is distinctive, stemming from its status as a city-parish. The mayor serves a dual role as both the city's executive and the parish's chief executive officer, while the parish Board of Commissioners effectively operates as the city council. Amar operates under a charter city framework, characterized by two co-equal branches of government. | The governance structure of Amar is distinctive, stemming from its status as a city-parish. The mayor serves a dual role as both the city's executive and the parish's chief executive officer, while the parish Board of Commissioners effectively operates as the city council. Amar operates under a charter city framework, characterized by two co-equal branches of government. | ||
The executive branch, helmed by the mayor, encompasses citywide elected and appointed officials, as well as the civil service. In parallel, the legislative branch consists of an 11-member Board of Commissioners, presided over by a designated president. The Board carries the pivotal responsibility of passing laws and budgets, with Amar's residents additionally empowered to enact legislation directly through ballot initiatives. | The executive branch, helmed by the mayor, encompasses citywide elected and appointed officials, as well as the civil service. In parallel, the legislative branch consists of an 11-member Board of Commissioners, presided over by a designated president. The Board carries the pivotal responsibility of passing laws and budgets, with Amar's residents additionally empowered to enact legislation directly through ballot initiatives. The Board of Commissioners comprises members elected to represent specific districts within Amar, adhering to a single-member plurality voting system. In the event of the mayor's vacancy due to death or resignation, the President of the Board of Commissioners assumes the role of acting mayor until the full Board elects an interim replacement for the remainder of the term. | ||
Due to its unique city-parish designation and its status as the state capital, the local government retains jurisdiction over select areas situated beyond the city's geographic limits. A pertinent example is the Amar International Airport, which, despite being partially situated in Maria Parish, falls under the sole ownership and operation purview of the City and Parish of Amar. | Due to its unique city-parish designation and its status as the state capital, the local government retains jurisdiction over select areas situated beyond the city's geographic limits. A pertinent example is the Amar International Airport, which, despite being partially situated in Maria Parish, falls under the sole ownership and operation purview of the City and Parish of Amar. | ||
Amar's representation in the broader political landscape encompasses several dimensions. In the Senate of Porta Bianca, Amar corresponds to the 13th Senate District, represented by SDP Alceu Costa. Within the Porta Bianca Chamber of Emissaries, Amar spans eighteen emissarial districts, primarily represented by SDPs. On the national stage, in the Cartadanian Chamber of Emissaries, Amar's presence extends across four congressional districts, with the majority of the city located in the 8th, 9th, and 10th Districts. A smaller section in the southwest panhandle aligns with the 3rd District, where Reginaldo Santana (SDP–Aquila Junction) serves as the emissary. Santana's tenure includes a notable stint as the Orator Princeps from 6 January 2025 to 2 January 2029, a role he had previously held from 2017 to 2021. | |||
Amar | == Education == | ||
=== P-12 education === | |||
P-12 education in Amar falls under the purview of the [[Amar Public Schools|Amar Parish School Board]], formally referred to as [[Amar Public Schools]] in official documentation. This governing body oversees the entirety of public primary and secondary education within the parish and consistently achieves commendable rankings for academic performance, establishing itself as one of the state's top school districts. | |||
A pivotal transition in the educational landscape transpired in 1981 when Porta Bianca shifted from a centralized, statewide school district model back to a decentralized structure. Previously, Amar served as the focal point for Porta Bianca Education District 1 (PBED1) within the unified statewide system. However, the burgeoning population of the state necessitated a more tailored approach. Consequently, educational authority reverted to local school boards, reinstating their autonomy and enabling a more nuanced response to the evolving educational landscape. | |||
=== Post-secondary education === | |||
[[File:Staff housing, Singapore University of Technology and Design - 20150602.jpg|thumb|right|200px|University housing at the Commonwealth University of Porta Bianca.]] | |||
Post-secondary education in Amar is diversified across nine community colleges, integral components of the Merced Bay Community College System (MBCCS). This extensive network includes campuses situated within Belle, Maria, Merced, and São Tiago Parishes, making higher education widely accessible throughout the region. The MBCCS operates under a framework comprising five parochial regions, with Amar coinciding with the Amar College District. | |||
At the apex of the post-secondary educational landscape in Amar stands the [[Commonwealth University of Porta Bianca]] (CUPB). This public institution serves as the city's preeminent center for higher learning and is the second-largest university in the state, following the [[University of Porta Bianca]]. Despite the stature of CUPB, the University of Porta Bianca retains its position as the flagship institution within the state, characterized by its extensive enrollment and status as the oldest public university beyond the [[Administrative divisions of Cartadania#Regions|Lusia]] and [[Administrative divisions of Cartadania#Regions|Valeria]] regions. | |||
A spirited rivalry, known as the 'Battle of the Deep Blue', engrosses both universities, permeating various sporting events. This rivalry draws substantial crowds, with stadiums and arenas accommodating up to approximately 80,000 spectators. Symbolically, the rivalry is reflected in the universities' mascots, with the University of Porta Bianca represented by Poseidon, the Olympian deity, and the Commonwealth University of Porta Bianca characterized by Amphitrite, a Nereid of Istroyan mythology. | |||
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== Infrastructure == | == Infrastructure == | ||
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