This is the 3303rd most frequent German word.
gemeinderats
"Gemeinderats" translates to "municipal council" in English.
Here, 'Gemeinderats' is used as a prefix in a compound noun, representing the council itself in specifying its chairman.
Der Gemeinderatsvorsitzende sprach über die neuen Baupläne.
The chairman of the municipal council spoke about the new construction plans.
In this context, 'Gemeinderats' is part of a possessive structure referring to its members.
Die Mitglieder des Gemeinderats diskutierten über Umweltmaßnahmen.
The members of the municipal council discussed environmental measures.
Here, 'Gemeinderats' forms a compound noun with 'Entwurf,' specifying the council's drafted plans.