local municipalities

Local municipalities are government entities that manage services and regulations within a specific local area, such as a city or town. They handle responsibilities like policing, fire protection, public transportation, water and sewage, and local zoning or building codes. Municipalities are governed by elected officials like mayors and councils who make decisions to serve the community’s needs. Their goal is to improve residents’ quality of life through local policies, services, and community development, operating independently from the larger state or federal governments but aligning with broader laws and regulations.