Gemeente

“Gemeente” is a Dutch term that translates to "municipality" in English. It refers to an administrative region within a country, typically a city or town and its surrounding areas. A gemeente is responsible for local governance, including public services like education, transportation, and sanitation, as well as enforcing regulations. In the Netherlands, each gemeente has its own elected council and mayor, making key decisions that affect the local community. Essentially, it functions as the grassroots level of government, addressing the needs and interests of its residents.