Buchs, Lucerne facts for kids
Buchs was a small town, or officially a municipality, located in the Willisau district within the canton of Lucerne in Switzerland. Think of a municipality as a local government area, like a town or a village with its own local rules.
On January 1, 2006, Buchs joined with another municipality called Uffikon to become part of the larger municipality of Dagmersellen. This kind of merger happens when smaller towns decide to combine their resources and administration to work more efficiently.
What is a Municipality?
In Switzerland, a municipality is the smallest unit of local government. It's like a town or a village that manages its own local services, such as schools, roads, and waste collection. Each municipality has its own local council and mayor.
The Canton of Lucerne
Buchs was part of the Canton of Lucerne. A canton in Switzerland is similar to a state or a province in other countries. Switzerland is made up of 26 cantons, and each one has its own government and laws, though they all follow the main laws of the country. Lucerne is known for its beautiful lake and mountains.
Merging with Dagmersellen
When Buchs merged with Dagmersellen in 2006, it meant that Buchs no longer existed as a separate municipality. Its residents became part of Dagmersellen, and their local services and administration are now handled by the Dagmersellen government. Mergers like this often happen to help communities share costs and improve services for everyone.
See also
In Spanish: Dagmersellen para niños
