Also you seem be stuck in structure and Hierarchy

In Canada the formal structure is alot different then American LCN

Look at the Rizzuto's at their peak way different

Do I think Buffalo has an American LCN hierarchy
Probably not.

Do I think a small family needs it
I don't

Do I think they could have some sort of structure in place yes I do.

Maybe two capos one in C.A. and one in America
or something

I am just saying I think it possible