
How To Manage City Finance Effectively, With Rick Cole
The Strong Towns Podcast
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Engaging Communities in Local Governance
This chapter addresses the significant budget gap in Los Angeles and advocates for collective community responsibility in local governance. It emphasizes the importance of informed citizen participation, comparing governmental functions to a vending machine while promoting grassroots engagement through initiatives like 'barn raisings.' The discussion underscores the necessity for civic involvement in addressing financial challenges and shaping urban development, ultimately highlighting the vital role citizens play in democracy.
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