The City of Hilbert Is Considering Rezoning a Part of Its

The City of Hilbert is considering rezoning a part of its downtown so Flatlands University can build a satellite campus there. In accordance with local ordinance, the City Council will first conduct public hearings, then debate the proposed rezoning ordinance during one its regular meetings, and finally vote on the proposed rezoning ordinance at its regular meetings. This would be an example of which function of the law?

A) keeping the peace
B) providing a basis for compromise
C) maintaining the status quo
D) facilitating orderly change