The Theory And Practice Of Local Government Reform

Author : Brian Dollery,Lorenzo Robotti
Publisher : Edward Elgar Publishing
Page : 336 pages
File Size : 47,8 Mb
Release : 2008-01-01
Category : Law
ISBN : 1781956685

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The Theory and Practice of Local Government Reform by Brian Dollery,Lorenzo Robotti Pdf

'Structural reform has been one of the most important, and yet one of the most neglected, aspects of modern local government. This book represents the first attempt, since the early seventies, at providing a comprehensive account of both the theory and practice of structural reform in local government in developed countries. Using recent policy experience from seven different countries, the authors present seminal theoretical perspectives on structural reforms in local governance and the policy implications deriving from them. Written by well-known scholars of local government from around the world, this volume is a "must-read" for all academics, practitioners, students and policymakers.' - Giorgio Brosio, University of Turin, Italy

Author : David Neden King
Publisher : Routledge
Page : 200 pages
File Size : 53,9 Mb
Release : 2022-01-30
Category : Business & Economics
ISBN : 9781000554656

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Local Government Economics in Theory and Practice by David Neden King Pdf

First published in 1992, Local Government Economics in Theory and Practice is an effort to rectify the lack of a comparative analysis between democratic local governments of various countries and their methods of financing. A series of chapters examines the theoretical basis for different systems of local government finance and how these systems work out in practice. The book covers various aspects of reforms in the United Kingdom and elsewhere, and includes a discussion of the rationale for the community charge. This collection of essays will be of importance to students of economics and public policy.

Author : Chin-peng Chu
Publisher : LIT Verlag Münster
Page : 315 pages
File Size : 55,8 Mb
Release : 2010
Category : Political Science
ISBN : 9783643900364

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Local Governance in the Global Context by Chin-peng Chu Pdf

Local governance has become a subject of particular interest, even in the context of globalization. As a bottom-up strategy, it aims is to increase the opportunities for civil society to engage in affairs of their own. As a top-down strategy, it wants to mobilize all endogenous potential available to improve political steering capacity. This book examines the theoretical approaches towards citizens' participation and provides case studies that indicate a varied menu of contemporary local democracies, urban and regional governance in Europe (Germany, Sweden, and Italy), Asia (Korea and Taiwan) and the US. (Series: Politikwissenschaft - Vol. 172)

Author : Robert L. Bish
Publisher : Unknown
Page : 0 pages
File Size : 40,8 Mb
Release : 2008
Category : British Columbia
ISBN : 0969504322

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Local Government in British Columbia by Robert L. Bish Pdf

Author : M. Considine,S. Giguere
Publisher : Springer
Page : 271 pages
File Size : 48,6 Mb
Release : 2008-02-14
Category : Business & Economics
ISBN : 9780230582682

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The Theory and Practice of Local Governance and Economic Development by M. Considine,S. Giguere Pdf

This book provides a comparative study of the use of partnerships and new forms of governance to achieve policy goals that promote economic and social development. In addition to a consideration of the theoretical challenges posed by these institutional developments, the book reviews recent experiences in Asia-Pacific, Europe and North America.

Author : Brian Dollery,Ian Tiley
Publisher : Unknown
Page : 191 pages
File Size : 54,8 Mb
Release : 2015
Category : Law
ISBN : 1862879850

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Perspectives on Australian Local Government Reform by Brian Dollery,Ian Tiley Pdf

Perspectives on Australian Local Government Reform draws upon the insights and expertise of an extraordinary group of contributors, drawn from practitioners with extensive and exceptional hands-on experience in local government, as well as scholars of Australian local government.

Author : Allyn O. Lockner
Publisher : iUniverse
Page : 648 pages
File Size : 50,6 Mb
Release : 2013-03-29
Category : Political Science
ISBN : 9781462018208

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Steps to Local Government Reform by Allyn O. Lockner Pdf

Does the performance of your local government leave something to be desired? Maybe youre not satisfied with the services your government provides, or maybe the cost for these services is far too much. If so, take heart; you can do something about it. Steps to Local Government Reform is your step-by-step guide to undertaking reform on the local level. Public manager Allyn O. Lockner combines years of experience in the public sector to show how you, as a resident or an elected local official, can work with others to successfully implement change within your community. Lockner explains how to make numerous choices regarding the preparation for, and the study, planning, marketing, approval, implementation, and evaluation of reforms. He also shows you how to share these reform results with others. Using various criteria, comparisons, practices, analyses, and other studies aimed at local government performance, Lockner delves into the sometimes tricky world of enacting reform. He reveals how local government works and provides a map for maneuvering around bureaucratic roadblocks. In addition, he includes a comprehensive bibliography for research, an appendix of terms commonly used in the reform process, and guides to creating reform models that are likely to work. With this compendium, you can help resolve vital issues, improve your community, and live a better life.

Author : Dr Ian Tiley
Publisher : Xlibris Corporation
Page : 259 pages
File Size : 49,6 Mb
Release : 2012-12-11
Category : Business & Economics
ISBN : 9781479738977

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Divided we Fall: An Insider’s Perspective on Local Government Amalgamations by Dr Ian Tiley Pdf

Recent Australian local government structural reform has manifested as council amalgamations and predominantly as imposed merger processes. This book examines council amalgamations across Australia over the past two decades and uncovers the case of council amalgamation in the NSW Clarence Valley Council (CVC) since 2004. The case of forced amalgamation of four general-purpose and two county councils could have been a recipe for chaos; instead this book describes the gains and the challenges. Writing from deep seated knowledge of local government this book details the net positive economic outcomes and financial benefits against measurable indicators and describes the impacts on local democracy. Based on detailed research, this long term local government ‘insider’ perspective will be of value to all those interested in driving change through local government reform.

Author : Xiaonan Liu
Publisher : Unknown
Page : 128 pages
File Size : 50,5 Mb
Release : 2015
Category : Electronic
ISBN : 3662477777

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Public Budgeting Reform in China: Theory and Practice by Xiaonan Liu Pdf

This book introduces the theory and practice of Chinese public budget reform, including the manner and implications of public budget reform, the role and status of central government and local governments in budget reform, as well as the latest achievements of China's local government public budget reform. The authors of this book are all researchers who have witnessed Chinese public budget reform.

Author : Xiaonan Liu
Publisher : Springer
Page : 228 pages
File Size : 42,6 Mb
Release : 2015-10-30
Category : Business & Economics
ISBN : 9783662477762

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Public Budgeting Reform in China: Theory and Practice by Xiaonan Liu Pdf

This book introduces the theory and practice of Chinese public budget reform, including the manner and implications of public budget reform, the role and status of central government and local governments in budget reform, as well as the latest achievements of China’s local government public budget reform. The authors of this book are all researchers who have witnessed Chinese public budget reform.​

Author : Brian Dollery,Joe L. Wallis
Publisher : Edward Elgar Publishing
Page : 268 pages
File Size : 43,5 Mb
Release : 2001-01-01
Category : Political Science
ISBN : 1782541160

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The Political Economy of Local Government by Brian Dollery,Joe L. Wallis Pdf

A study of local government policy formulation, drawing on developments in economics - such as new institutional economics - and advances in the theories of social capital and leadership. The authors also examine rival minimalist and activist approaches to local government reform.

Author : Santiago Lago-Peñas,Jorge Martinez-Vazquez
Publisher : Edward Elgar Publishing
Page : 305 pages
File Size : 40,5 Mb
Release : 2013-07-01
Category : Political Science
ISBN : 9781782544302

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The Challenge of Local Government Size by Santiago Lago-Peñas,Jorge Martinez-Vazquez Pdf

In the efficient delivery of local public services, size matters. Many countries around the world have vertical government structures that are perceived as inefficient because of their high levels of jurisdictional fragmentation. This timely volume examines the different strategies used to address local government fragmentation and their observed results and consequences. Expert contributors in economics and political science offer a comprehensive breakdown of the issue of local jurisdiction fragmentation and provide recommendations for successful policy reform. Topics discussed include economies of scale, the costs and benefits of voluntary and forced amalgamation programs, the correlation between government size and corruption, privatization, and inter-municipal cooperation. A combination of theory and empirical evidence provides depth and makes this book an invaluable addition to the literature. Economists, public administrators and political scientists will find much of interest in this innovative volume, as will professors, students and international institutions with an interest in local government structure and reform.

Author : Carlos Nunes Silva,Ján Buček
Publisher : Springer
Page : 265 pages
File Size : 46,5 Mb
Release : 2016-10-04
Category : Science
ISBN : 9783319439792

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Local Government and Urban Governance in Europe by Carlos Nunes Silva,Ján Buček Pdf

This book discusses innovative responses and reforms developed in critical areas of urban governance in European countries. It examines the impact of European Union’s policies on the urban agenda and on local governance, and the impact of the transition to democracy in Central and in Southern Europe on local self-government systems. The book is divided into three parts: i) Crisis, Reform and Innovation in Local Government; ii) EU Policies, the Urban Agenda and Local Governance; and iii) Citizen Participation in Local Government. Providing an extensive and updated overview of key challenges in the governance of cities in Europe, the book will be of interest to students and researchers in the broader field of urban studies, and for policy-makers, especially those engaged in urban governance in European countries. /div

Author : Bligh Grant,Joseph Drew
Publisher : Springer
Page : 445 pages
File Size : 50,6 Mb
Release : 2017-03-06
Category : Political Science
ISBN : 9789811038679

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Local Government in Australia by Bligh Grant,Joseph Drew Pdf

This book offers a general introduction to and analysis of the history, theory and public policy of Australian local government systems. Conceived in an international comparative context and primarily from within the discipline of political studies, it also incorporates elements of economics and public administration. Existing research tends to conceptualise Australian local government as an element of public policy grounded in an 'administrative science' approach. A feature of this approach is that generally normative considerations form only a latent element of the discussions, which is invariably anchored in debates about institutional design rather than the normative defensibility of local government. The book addresses this point by providing an account of the terrain of theoretical debate alongside salient themes in public policy.

Author : Brian Dollery,Joseph Garcea,Edward C. LeSage
Publisher : Edward Elgar Publishing
Page : 296 pages
File Size : 40,5 Mb
Release : 2008-01-01
Category : Political Science
ISBN : 1782543864

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Local Government Reform by Brian Dollery,Joseph Garcea,Edward C. LeSage Pdf

'Written by an impressive array of experts, this book surveys local government reforms in six advanced democracies, federal and unitary, which share a municipal legacy: Australia, Canada, Ireland, New Zealand, the UK, and the US. . . The book has an excellent bibliography and will help open up a field heretofore noted for its insularity. Recommended.' - A.J. Ward, Choice