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Looking at the processes for resolving collective problems in a context of democratic transition highlights the need for an organizational overhaul of local governance bodies capable of admitting greater involvement of all stakeholders in decision-making. Through a case study of a Tunisian municipality and a breach of local legislation, we analyse the dynamics of the stakeholders in place, particularly in terms of power, legitimacy and urgency. This case study makes it possible, in particular, to review certain counter-power actions of a coalition of actors mobilized by civil society. Actions that make it possible to contain the power of local and regional officials while waiting for the emergence of control bodies and deliberative bodies capable of redefining a more participatory local governance.