ABSTRACT
Some of the very best writings on issues involving local government can be found in journals published by the American Society for Public Administration or journals with which ASPA is associated. This volume includes thirty of the most outstanding articles that have been published over the past sixty years in these journals. Local Government Management is an ideal supplement for any course in local management and administration, whether the audience is students or practicing professionals.
TABLE OF CONTENTS
part |4 pages
Part 1. Relations Between Elected Officials and Professional Staff
part |4 pages
Part 2. Using Tax Dollars Wisely: Budgeting and Financial Management
part |4 pages
Part 3. The Changing World of Public Personnel Management
part |4 pages
Part 4. Making Local Governments More Productive and Responsive
part |2 pages
Part 5. Citizen Involvement: Opportunities for Participation