What are local decisions?

Local decisions are choices that happen right where you live, like in your neighborhood or town.

Imagine you and your friends decide what game to play at recess, that’s a local decision because it happens close to you, with people you know.

When your town wants to build a new playground, the people who live there get to say what kind of swings, slides, or climbing walls they want. That’s a local decision, just like when you and your friends pick which game to play, it's all about choosing something that makes your place better.

Sometimes, local decisions are even simpler. Think about how your school lunch menu is chosen. The people who work at the school or your parents might get to vote on what foods they want you to have for lunch. That’s a local decision, too, it happens right where you eat and learn.

So, whether it's picking a game, building a playground, or choosing your lunch, local decisions are about making choices that affect the people around you, just like you do every day!