Art. 6 Municipalities Act (LCo) - Powers and Territorial Sovereignty

1. Subject to cantonal and federal legislation, the municipality has the following powers in particular

a) the administration and control of municipal finances;

b) the local police;

c) local planning and construction;

d) the construction and maintenance of municipal buildings, alleys, streets, and pathways;

e) the supply of drinking water, the discharge and treatment of wastewater, waste treatment;

f) fire protection;

g) environmental protection;

h) education in kindergarten, primary and orientation schools;

i) the promotion of social welfare;

j) social assistance and guardianship services;

k) the promotion of cultural and sports activities;

l) the promotion of the local economy;

m) energy supply;

n) the residents' register;

o) the decision on measures in possible emergencies for the supply of energy, food, and other absolutely necessary products.

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