Think back to the example in the Warm-Up: A business owner wants to open a restaurant, but many residents do not want a business that is open late at night near their homes.How are local governments structured to solve a local issue like this one?

Answer:

Local governments are structured with elected councils or other officials who represent citizens and make local laws, such as zoning rules. Citizens can vote and communicate with representatives, allowing the community to address issues like a restaurant's late-night hours.