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Public Works Management Practices Manual (10th Ed)

Author : Management Practices Accreditation Council

Publisher :

Page : 199 pages

File Size : 45,86 MB

Release : 2020-06-30

Category :

ISBN : 9781606751404

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Book Description

Developed by and for public works professionals, the widely used Public Works Management Practices Manual updates and improves statements that describe the basic criteria and procedures necessary to perform as a full-service public works agency and provides the framework for the objective self-evaluation of an agency. Changes to the 10th edition include 10 mandatory chapters, including a new chapter on Asset Management (chapter 10) which involves inventory condition assessment and/or inspection; chapter 2 is reduced to 36 practices (removing three practices related to union contracts).



Municipal Shared Services and Consolidation

Author : Alexander Henderson

Publisher : Routledge

Page : 200 pages

File Size : 39,79 MB

Release : 2014-10-17

Category : Political Science

ISBN : 1317519949

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Municipal Shared Services and Consolidation provides a comprehensive and clear review of the theories and practices of structuring and managing complex local government services. Intended for both students and practitioners, this volume in the Public Solutions Handbook Series addresses concepts and processes of shaping collaborative arrangements in public service with goals of effectiveness and efficiency in mind. The Handbook begins with a review of theories of shared services and consolidation, highlighting conceptual foundations, practical barriers, and cultural considerations related to these efforts. Specific, practical advice follows, highlighting the processes of creating, implementing, and managing shared services and consolidation agreements. Municipal Shared Services and Consolidation is exceptionally well written and is amplified by examples, cases, illustrations, and a comprehensive bibliography.



The Woman Behind the New Deal

Author : Kirstin Downey

Publisher : Anchor

Page : 498 pages

File Size : 21,57 MB

Release : 2010-02-23

Category : Biography & Autobiography

ISBN : 1400078563

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“Kirstin Downey’s lively, substantive and—dare I say—inspiring new biography of Perkins . . . not only illuminates Perkins’ career but also deepens the known contradictions of Roosevelt’s character.” —Maureen Corrigan, NPR Fresh Air One of Franklin Delano Roosevelt’s closest friends and the first female secretary of labor, Perkins capitalized on the president’s political savvy and popularity to enact most of the Depression-era programs that are today considered essential parts of the country’s social safety network.