
How To Manage City Finance Effectively, With Rick Cole
The Strong Towns Podcast
From Volunteers to Municipal Protection
This chapter delves into the history of fire protection services in early American cities, highlighting the transition from volunteer efforts and private companies to established municipal departments. It emphasizes the need for a shift towards prevention-focused funding and management of public safety services, advocating for thoughtful investment in infrastructure and budgeting.
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