The hope for a century-defining settlement still lingers in the minds of some local politicians, especially among council members. The anticipated success of a large settlement is expected to solve all the community's problems. However, for the vast majority of municipalities, this hope is nothing but an illusion. Experience shows that it is more sensible to focus on the development and maintenance of the existing business landscape. Friedhelm Boyken briefly and succinctly presents the legal and practical options available to local politicians and officials.