Instructions: Craft one correct answer to the question given in input. To make it more interesting, try to use non-stereotypical language if possible. Make sure your correct answer is reasonably long, consistent with the context, and requires common sense (instead of explicit extraction from the context.) In your answer, use as few words as possible from the given context. Use a response that is uncommon/non-stereotypical, so that it is less predictable. To be less repetitive, please vary your language for each question.
Input: Context: In addition to the claims that his rights have been violated , Griffin alleges that Mayor Thomas ' decision to extend the disaster declaration was done without a vote by the city council in violation of Texas law . Court assignment is pending . Case No .
Question: Who has the authority to extend the disaster declaration ?
Output:
The city council has the authority .