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The Perceived Role Of High-Level Black Urban Managers In Virginia, Karen Ann Johnson
The Perceived Role Of High-Level Black Urban Managers In Virginia, Karen Ann Johnson
Theses and Dissertations in Urban Services - Urban Management
Focusing on sixteen cities in Virginia, the researcher studied the perceived managerial and career roles that high level black urban managers play in local government. From June to August 1991, black managers in the study completed self-assessments in the following areas: (1) socio-demographics, (2) perceived managerial and career role, (3) behaviors associated with managerial activism, pursuing the needs of the black community and career development, and (4) characteristics of their work environment. Based on their responses, the managers were assigned to role groups. Differences among the groups were noted. The entrepreneurs reported a higher degree of organizational support, role norm …
Issues In The Unorganized Areas Of Northern Ontario, Dean Nickerson
Issues In The Unorganized Areas Of Northern Ontario, Dean Nickerson
MPA Major Research Papers
This paper examines how the unorganized or unincorporated areas of Northern Ontario pose difficulties for the provincial government based on a discussion of the steps the province has taken to compensate for the lack of local government and the problems that occur with respect to these provincial initiatives. The findings reveal that unorganized areas present a considerable burden on the Ontario government with respect to service provision, taxes, planning, and democracy.
Fiscal Impact Analysis: Applications And Usage In Ontario Municipalities, Jeffrey Celentano
Fiscal Impact Analysis: Applications And Usage In Ontario Municipalities, Jeffrey Celentano
MPA Major Research Papers
This paper examines the overall effectiveness of financial impact analysis (FIA) in local government based on a survey of 48 municipalities in Ontario with populations over 25,000. The findings reveal that despite the usefulness of FIA as an evaluative technique for municipal expenditures and revenues, it remains an unpopular tool for local government administrators in the province.
An Investigation Of Privatization: A Local Government Service – The Waterloo County Board Of Education School Bus Fleet, Christopher Smith
An Investigation Of Privatization: A Local Government Service – The Waterloo County Board Of Education School Bus Fleet, Christopher Smith
MPA Major Research Papers
This paper examines the issues involved with the privatization of local government services based on a case study of the Waterloo County Board of Education’s decision to privatize school bus operations. The findings reveal that a number of considerations should be made with regards to privatization, including whether the service is one that can be competitively substituted by the private sector, the type management controls, regulations, and evaluations that need to be put in place, and the contractual, legislative, and moral obligations to existing employees.
Aggressive Oversight: The Subcommittee Of Oversight And Investigations Of The House Energy And Commerce Committee, Diane D. Burton
Aggressive Oversight: The Subcommittee Of Oversight And Investigations Of The House Energy And Commerce Committee, Diane D. Burton
Dissertations, Theses, and Masters Projects
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The Boundary Adjustment Process: The Case Of Arbitration In The Greater London Area, Bruce Curtis
The Boundary Adjustment Process: The Case Of Arbitration In The Greater London Area, Bruce Curtis
MPA Major Research Papers
This paper examines the negotiation and arbitration processes that were used in the annexation of the Greater London Area to determine their appropriateness in resolving boundary issues. A comprehensive literature review and an analysis of public hearings were conducted. The findings reveal that the arbitration process was unsuccessful and inappropriate in resolving the boundary adjustment dispute and the arbitration process did very little in adding substantial information to the decision-making process.
Municipal Staff-Council Relations In Theory And Practice: Examining The Hamilton Gore Park Fiasco, Vincent Sferrazza
Municipal Staff-Council Relations In Theory And Practice: Examining The Hamilton Gore Park Fiasco, Vincent Sferrazza
MPA Major Research Papers
This paper examines concerns regarding the roles and responsibilities of councillors and bureaucrats within the policymaking process based on a case study of the Gore Park Rejuvenation Program in Hamilton. The findings reveal that if the expectations of councillors and bureaucrats are not coordinated, problems will eventually occur and, more specifically, if councillors do not prudently assess issues and bureaucrats fail to act responsibly, policies will not be properly formulated or delivered.
The Relationship Between The Board Of Trade And Plantations And The Colonial Government Of Virginia, 1696-1775, Mary Carroll Johansen
The Relationship Between The Board Of Trade And Plantations And The Colonial Government Of Virginia, 1696-1775, Mary Carroll Johansen
Dissertations, Theses, and Masters Projects
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School System Merger: A Study Of Power And Redistribution Of Resources, Rebecca Clark White Adams
School System Merger: A Study Of Power And Redistribution Of Resources, Rebecca Clark White Adams
Dissertations, Theses, and Masters Projects
The purpose of this study was to examine the merger of the school systems of the City of South Norfolk and Norfolk County in the State of Virginia. The merger of these two geographical entitites was consummated on January 1, 1963. Norfolk County was formed in 1636 by the Virginia General Assembly. The cities of Norfolk, Portsmouth, and South Norfolk were carved from this county. A series of annexations by these cities between 1940 and 1960 cost Norfolk County thirty-three square miles of territory, 110,000 residents, and {dollar}1,881,000 in revenue.;In order to protect its viability, Norfolk County voted to merge …