Managing America's Cities

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Managing America's Cities is written by Roger L. Kemp and published by McFarland. It's available with International Standard Book Number or ISBN identification 0786458216 (ISBN 10) and 9780786458219 (ISBN 13).

This work describes the operations of a typical municipal government and examines the many productivity trends that are occurring in city halls across America. Much of the focus is on the increasing need for planning in city government to ensure that productivity goals are met. It thoroughly examines the roles of the council, manager, and clerk in promoting increased productivity. It then looks at such municipal departments as legal, finance, fire, human services, library, police and public works, demonstrating proven techniques and structures in each that improve service. Instructors considering this book for use in a course may request an examination copy here.