Municipal services are the programs, infrastructure, and activities that local governments provide to residents. Core services include water treatment and distribution, wastewater collection and treatment, garbage and recycling collection, road construction and maintenance, fire protection, parks and recreation facilities, land use planning, and bylaw enforcement. Additional services vary by municipality and may include transit, police, libraries, economic development, and social programs. Services may be delivered directly by municipal staff, through contracts with private companies, or in partnership with other governments. Municipal budgets allocate resources among services based on council priorities, community needs, and available funding.