town hall

• Bâtiment public servant aux réunions du gouvernement local et aux bureaux administratifs, ou réunion organisée par des élus pour discuter de questions avec la communauté.

A public building used for local government meetings and administrative offices, or a meeting held by officials to discuss issues with the community.

1. Government buildingA2formal

   A building used for the administration of local government, often housing the offices of a town's mayor and council.

   hôtel de ville

   • The wedding reception was held at the town hall.
   • Residents gathered at the town hall to discuss the new park.
   • The mayor's office is located in the town hall.

2. Public meetingB1formal

   A meeting organized by local government officials to discuss issues with the community.

   réunion publique

   • The city council held a town hall to address traffic concerns.
   • Over 200 people attended the town hall on education funding.
   • The senator will host a virtual town hall next week.