What is local government?

Local government refers to the system of government that operates at the level of a city, town, county, or other smaller geographic area. Local governments are responsible for providing services and governing the local community, such as maintaining roads, managing public schools, providing emergency services, and regulating land use and development. Local governments are typically overseen by elected officials, such as mayors, city council members, or county commissioners, who are responsible for making decisions and setting policies that affect the local area.