Local authorities publish byelaws which outline the rules that apply to cemeteries, parking, speed limits, casual trading, the control of dogs and horses, and other service areas.
Local authorities support the Cathaoirleach (chair person) and mayor by managing invitations to functions, hosting delegations and civic receptions, and supporting the official business of the office.
Local authorities publish monthly and quarterly updates from their chief executives on activities, progress and statistics in each local authority service area.
Local authorities set up and support corporate policy groups to coordinate the work carried out by strategic policy committees and recommend agreed overall policy to the council.
Local authorities publish minutes of council and other public meetings to inform the public about council activities and serve as a record of official council business.
Local authorities support councillors in their role as elected representatives and policy makers by providing information about day to day local authority services, responding to questions and notices of motion, and supporting their work on council committees.