Theoretical and normative legal approaches to determining the content of municipal programs

The article discusses the main theoretical approaches to the definition of the term “municipal program”. The scientific positions on determining the importance of municipal programs for the development of municipal education are investigated. The paper analyzes the normative legal acts regulating the procedure for the development, approval and implementation of municipal programs. In the work, the authors reflect the changing format of target programs. The practice of developing state (municipal) programs is investigated. In addition, it is determined that the program budget of municipalities is formed on the basis of the implementation of state (municipal) programs. The authors also found that the strategic development plan is an element of the management of the municipality, and also established a connection between the governing bodies and the population living on the territory of the municipality. It is revealed that the principle of publicity in the work on the draft municipal program should be of paramount importance. The authors note that the objectives of municipal programs are to create a comfortable and favorable environment for the population to live in and contribute to the growth of the level and quality of life of the population and the municipality. At the same time, priority should be given to solving acute social problems.