A "câmara municipal" is a local government body in Portugal and Brazil responsible for managing municipal affairs. It consists of elected representatives who make decisions on local policies, budgets, and services. The câmara municipal plays a crucial role in addressing community needs and ensuring the well-being of residents. Members of the câmara municipal, known as vereadores, work together to create laws and regulations that affect their municipality. They also oversee various departments, such as educação (education), saúde (health), and infraestrutura (infrastructure), to ensure that local services are effectively delivered to the community.