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  • - A Case Study Approach
    av Becky J. Starnes
    992,-

  • - A Toolbox
    av Chad J. (University of Massachusetts McGuire
    1 141,-

    There is a constant drive for greater specialization when it comes to environmental problems. This book provides stakeholders from various backgrounds with the ability to place environmental problems and solutions within a common framework from which decisions can be made. It focuses on considerations from three primary areas of influence on environmental decision making: science, economics, and values. It presents the questions, issues, and problems that need to be addressed by today's environmental specialists. The text also includes case studies to illustrate the analytical reasoning required to employ contextually sound environmental decision-making.

  • - Management Challenges, Choices, and Opportunities
     
    1 221,-

    Informed by a "5 R" framework (reconceptualizing purpose, redefining rationality, recapitalizing human assets, reengaging resources, and revitalizing democratic constitutionalism), this book bridges the gap between theory and practice. In this collection of articles revised for book format, the Durants expertly draw out themes, issues, problems, and prospects in their preface and section introductions. Bulleted lessons and practical take-aways are also added for the busy practitioner and researcher. This book is a 'one stop shop' for cross-disciplinary, cross-sectoral, and cross-professional exchanges on contemporary challenges, choices, and opportunities facing public administrators today.

  • - Reexamining the Scope and Contributions
     
    1 650,-

    Offering a critical examination of government in American cities, this book presents the innovative view that mayors in council-manager cities are better positioned to develop positive leadership than their peers in mayor-council cities. It suggests a collaborative model for leadership that identifies what is unique in the council-manager setting.

  • - Finding Common Ground
    av Susan M. (Colorado State Unversity Opp
    1 141,-

    In a uniquely clear and practical discussion of local economic development in this strained economic climate, this book provides an array of best practice recommendations and strategies for optimizing the difficult balance between economic development and environmental protection. Encompassing myriad locales and presenting daily applications, it connects administrative readers with a larger body of research that will help them avoid legal, technical, and political obstacles. Bridging the gap between policy-making intention and outcome, it includes many action oriented and empowering case studies relevant to today¿s most immediate struggles.

  • - Theory and Practice
    av Shannon K. (Bowling Green State University Orr
    992,-

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    868,-

    This book collects chapters written by leading experts working in the trenches of U.S.-Mexico policy issues. Topics covered include immigration, drug flow and conflict, gun-running, money-laundering, and the economic and cultural impacts on both sides. The book shows how the current situation of drug trafficking and violence, on top of the other existing perceptions and conditions, create a real opportunity for the U.S. to build relationships with its Mexican counterparts at state, local, national, and NGO levels.

  • - The Fiscal Viability of American State Governments
     
    896,-

    This book provides a comprehensive analysis of the fiscal viability and sustainability of the American states.The contributors to this text, who collectively have well over 200 years of experience in studying state finances, present the a complete picture of states¿ current financial conditions, functions, and future fiscal possibilities. Readers will come away with a substantive understanding of the fiscal history, current resources, major expenditures and fiscal sustainability of state governments in the United States.

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