+Local government forms the administrative layer closest to citizens, managing affairs within specific regions like cities or counties. It provides essential [Public Services](/wiki/public_services) and enacts local [Policy](/wiki/policy), shaping the immediate environment and daily life of a community.
+## See also
+- [Urban Planning](/wiki/urban_planning)
+- [Civic Engagement](/wiki/civic_engagement)
+- [Taxation](/wiki/taxation)
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