The Theory and Practice of Local Government Reform

The Theory and Practice of Local Government Reform

Author: Brian Dollery

Publisher: Edward Elgar Publishing

Published: 2008-01-01

Total Pages: 336

ISBN-13: 9781781956687

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'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


Local Government Economics in Theory and Practice

Local Government Economics in Theory and Practice

Author: David Neden King

Publisher: Routledge

Published: 2024-01-30

Total Pages: 0

ISBN-13: 9781032222578

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First published in 1992, Local Government Economics in Theory and Practice is a series of chapters examining the theoretical basis for different systems of local government finance and how these systems work out in practice.


The Practice of Local Government Planning

The Practice of Local Government Planning

Author: Charles Hoch

Publisher: International City/County Management Association(ICMA)

Published: 2000

Total Pages: 520

ISBN-13:

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This classic ICMA "green book" is filled with practical guidance on a broad range of issues that planners are likely to encounter--whether they work in inner cities, older suburbs, rural districts, or small towns. In addition to covering the latest planning trends and the impact of technology, diversity, and citizen participation, this text gives complete coverage of basic planning functions such as housing, transportation, community development, and urban design.


Managing Local Government

Managing Local Government

Author: Kimberly L. Nelson

Publisher: CQ Press

Published: 2017-08-04

Total Pages: 305

ISBN-13: 1506323367

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Managing Local Government: An Essential Guide for Municipal and County Managers offers a practical introduction to the changing structure, forms, and functions of local governments. Taking a metropolitan management perspective, authors Kimberly Nelson and Carl W. Stenberg explain U.S. local government within historical context and provide strategies for effective local government management and problem solving. Real-life scenarios and contemporary issues illustrate the organization and networks of local governments; the roles, responsibilities, and relationships of city and county managers; and the dynamics of the intergovernmental system. Case studies and discussion questions in each chapter encourage critical analysis of the challenges of collaborative governance. Unlike other books on the market, this text’s combined approach of theory and practice encourages students to enter municipal and county management careers and equips them with tools to be successful from day one.


Public Enterprise and Local Place

Public Enterprise and Local Place

Author: John Fenwick

Publisher: Routledge

Published: 2019-06-25

Total Pages: 219

ISBN-13: 1351110977

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This book presents the key interactions in local government and public enterprise, drawing together the challenges for local governance in the practice of public entrepreneurship and its response to collaboration, place and place making. Specifically, this book includes the impact of local partnerships and public entrepreneurs in local policy implementation. It is written by established authors bringing together their experience and practice of local partnerships and public entrepreneurship in place-based strategies, and will be of value to local government, new forms of enterprise partnerships, wider agencies and public entrepreneurship scholars as well as policymakers responsible for implementation of place-based regeneration. This text will be of key interest to students, scholars and practitioners in public administration, business administration, local government, entrepreneurship, public sector management and more broadly to those with interests in public policy, business and management, political science, economics, urban studies and geography.


Local Planning

Local Planning

Author: Gary Hack

Publisher: International City/County Management Association(ICMA)

Published: 2009

Total Pages: 0

ISBN-13: 9780873261487

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This all-new edition of the popular book (2000 title-Practice of Local Government Planning, 3e) will continue to be the valued resource for preparing for the AICP exam. This new edition helps the reader understand the complexities of planning at the local level, and prepare to make decisions in a challenging environment. The eight chapters in Local Planning, roughly spanning from context to applications, consists of articles written by a wide range of experts academics, practitioners, clients, and observers of planning. Many examples of planning in action illustrate central principles.


The Theory and Practice of Local Governance and Economic Development

The Theory and Practice of Local Governance and Economic Development

Author: M. Considine

Publisher: Springer

Published: 2008-02-14

Total Pages: 285

ISBN-13: 0230582680

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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.


Challenges to Local Government

Challenges to Local Government

Author: Desmond S King

Publisher: SAGE Publications Limited

Published: 1990

Total Pages: 312

ISBN-13:

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Challenges to Local Government offers a timely discussion of how local governments have implemented public policies during the last decade. Concentrating on Britain and the United States (but with essays on Scandinavia, France and Canada) the authors document, explain and analyze the implications of these policies for local autonomy, focusing especially upon local economic initiatives.