City Government (Classic Reprint) - Softcover

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A clear look at how city government works, and what shapes its success or failure.

This book surveys urban governance with practical detail. It examines councils, elections, taxation, and reform ideas that influence how cities serve residents every day.

- Learn how suffrage, ballots, and referendums shape local power and accountability.
- Explore how city budgets, property taxes, and special assessments fund public services.
- See debates over the mayor-council model, ward systems, and advisory boards.
- Discover historical reforms that changed how cities operate and who holds power.

Ideal for readers seeking a grounded, historical view of municipal politics and public finance, and for those curious about what makes city government work.

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