A single point of contact with ample expertise and the ability to handle any issue allows developers and citizen remodelers to move quickly through the permitting and review process. The days of balkanized public agency fiefdoms must come to an end.
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Many communities can generally provide economic and business incentives as the cornucopia of freebies escalates. But what REALLY attracts people? We know that jobs, affordable/ available housing, support services, recreation, reasonable utility costs, public transportation, and good schools are essential. But what else?
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The emergence of special districts and other singular entities originated to address specific local issues that were often multijurisdictional in nature. They provided an opportunity to generate tax revenue, establish local representation and create charters designed to address problems. However, the very nature of these special entities has often created less control and only marginal oversight. Will this limit the freedom of citizens to decide, choose, or eliminate outmoded forms of government?
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While some contrarians are truly malcontents with little interest in positive outcomes, there are many more dedicated employees who are willing to take risks, voice opinions and share perspectives. As a manager, I want that level of passion and participation. It is my challenge to forge contrarian behavior into energy that leads, contributes, and transforms.
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