ISSUES OF IMPROVING THE EFFECTIVENESS OF PUBLIC OVERSIGHT IN THE ACTIVITIES OF LOCAL GOVERNMENT AUTHORITIES

This article examines the organizational and legal foundations of public oversight over the activities of local government authorities, existing challenges, and mechanisms for improving its effectiveness. Particular attention is paid to citizens’ participation in local governance processes, the transparency of public authorities, the role of public opinion in decision-making, and ensuring the practical implementation of public oversight outcomes. In addition to exploring ways to improve existing legal mechanisms, the study develops an original model for assessing the effectiveness of public oversight. This model envisages organizing the oversight process as a continuous system, beginning with the identification of a problem and extending through its resolution and the subsequent evaluation of the results.