In many places in the world, people who own property — such as a landlord — already have a decent working relationship with local officials of some kind since they own property. (law.stackexchange.com)
Now the issue is not likely to be resolved this year, but proponents intend to keep pushing it amid support from local officials in upstate cities and local governments. (nystateofpolitics.com)
Even as the governor says a long - awaited study is nearing completion, a large group of local officials want the ban to continue. (wrvo.org)