Author: Herman Gerlach JamesPublisher:
ISBN:
Category : Political Science
Languages : en
Pages : 522
Book Description
Local Government in the United States
Author: Herman Gerlach JamesPublisher:
ISBN:
Category : Political Science
Languages : en
Pages : 522
Book Description
State and Local Government
Author: Kevin B. SmithPublisher: CQ Press
ISBN: 9781506379920
Category : Political Science
Languages : en
Pages : 0
Book Description
Local Government in the United States
Author: Vincent OstromPublisher:
ISBN:
Category : Political Science
Languages : en
Pages : 288
Book Description
Local Government and the States: Autonomy, Politics and Policy
Author: David R. BermanPublisher: Routledge
ISBN: 1317465865
Category : History
Languages : en
Pages : 240
Book Description
This book offers an overview of the legal, political, and broad intergovernmental environment in which relations between local and state units of government take place, the historical roots of the conflict among them, and an analysis of contemporary problems concerning local authority, local revenues, state interventions and takeovers, and the restructuring of local governments. The author pays special attention to local governmental autonomy and the goals and activities of local officials as they seek to secure resources, fend off regulations and interventions, and fight for survival as independent units. He looks at the intergovernmental struggle from the bottom up, but in the process examines a variety of political activities at the state level and the development and effects of several state policies. Berman finds considerable reason to be concerned about the viability and future of meaningful local government.
Local Government Structure in the United States
Author: United States. Bureau of the CensusPublisher:
ISBN:
Category : Local government
Languages : en
Pages : 100
Book Description
Local Government in North Carolina
Author: Gordon P. WhitakerPublisher:
ISBN:
Category : Local government
Languages : en
Pages : 120
Book Description
Local Government and the States
Author: David R. BermanPublisher: Routledge
ISBN:
Category : History
Languages : en
Pages : 248
Book Description
This book offers an overview of the legal, political, and broad intergovernmental environment in which relations between local and state units of government take place, the historical roots of the conflict among them, and an analysis of contemporary problems concerning local authority, local revenues, state interventions and takeovers, and the restructuring of local governments. The author pays special attention to local governmental autonomy and the goals and activities of local officials as they seek to secure resources, fend off regulations and interventions, and fight for survival as independent units. He looks at the intergovernmental struggle from the bottom up, but in the process examines a variety of political activities at the state level and the development and effects of several state policies. Berman finds considerable reason to be concerned about the viability and future of meaningful local government.
Municipal Government in the United States
Author: Thomas Harrison ReedPublisher:
ISBN:
Category : Municipal government
Languages : en
Pages : 400
Book Description
The Practice of Local Government Planning
Author: Charles HochPublisher: International City/County Management Association(ICMA)
ISBN:
Category : Political Science
Languages : en
Pages : 520
Book Description
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.
Local Government Actions to Prevent Childhood Obesity
Author: National Research CouncilPublisher: National Academies Press
ISBN: 0309139279
Category : Medical
Languages : en
Pages : 107
Book Description
The prevalence of childhood obesity is so high in the United States that it may reduce the life expectancy of today's generation of children. While parents and other adult caregivers play a fundamental role in teaching children about healthy behaviors, even the most positive efforts can be undermined by local environments that are poorly suited to supporting healthy behaviors. For example, many communities lack ready sources of healthy food choices, such as supermarkets and grocery stores. Or they may not provide safe places for children to walk or play. In such communities, even the most motivated child or adolescent may find it difficult to act in healthy ways. Local governments-with jurisdiction over many aspects of land use, food marketing, community planning, transportation, health and nutrition programs, and other community issues-are ideally positioned to promote behaviors that will help children and adolescents reach and maintain healthy weights. Local Government Actions to Prevent Childhood Obesity presents a number of recommendations that touch on the vital role of government actions on all levels-federal, state, and local-in childhood obesity prevention. The book offers healthy eating and physical activity strategies for local governments to consider, making it an excellent resource for mayors, managers, commissioners, council members, county board members, and administrators.