Art. 89 Constitution of the Canton of Obwalden (Cantonal Constitution, KV) (Kantonsverfassung, KV) - Supervision

1. The municipalities are subject to the supervision of the Government Council. Unless otherwise provided by legislation, the Government Council's authority to review is limited to the legality of decisions.

2. In the case of a serious breach of duty, the Government Council may impose appropriate measures and, if necessary, restrict the right of self-government. The affected municipal authority may lodge an appeal against this measure with the Cantonal Council within twenty days.

3. Municipal ordinances require formal approval by the Government Council.

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