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Book SynopsisThe role of government, particularly at the state and local levels, has evolved dramatically. In this bipartisan collection, some of the nation's governors and mayors describe how they aim to make government more effective and discuss a wide variety of issues and possible progressive solutions.
Trade ReviewEighteen papers provide insights from some of America's most innovative governors and mayors as to how to make state and local government more efficient and competitive. * Journal of Economic Literature *
Table of ContentsChapter 1 Foreword Chapter 2 Introduction Chapter 3 Restructuring, Quality Management and Privatization in State Government: An Overview of Trends and Options Part 4 Lessons From Governors Chapter 5 Restructuring Government: The Virginia Renaissance Chapter 6 Privatization in Iowa: A Business Case for Decision Making Chapter 7 Bush/Brogan A+ Plan for Education Chapter 8 The Minnesota Family Investment Program (MFIP): A Thorough Restructuring of Welfare Chapter 9 The Strategic Approach to Privatization Chapter 10 Reforming Georgia State Government: Lake Lanier Island Resort and Water Park Chapter 11 Creating a Culture of Innovation: Pennsylvania's Prime Initiative Chapter 12 Public - Private Partnerships: One Sector Part 13 Lessons From Mayors Chapter 14 The Role of Privatization in the City of Detroit's Turnaround Chapter 15 How Atlanta Entered into the Largest Privatization Contract in North America Chapter 16 The Chicago Alternative Policing Strategy - CAPS Chapter 17 Reforming New York City: A New Chapter in Re-Inventing Government Chapter 18 The City of San Diego's Multiple Species Conservation Program:Restructuring Government through a Community Partnership Chapter 19 City Services in the Competitive Marketplace Chapter 20 Managed Competition in Charlotte Chapter 21 Privatizing Government Services in New Orleans Chapter 22 Competitive Contracting: The Philadelphia Story
