Local Government Consolidation Reading Flashcards
1
Q
what are some of the pros of consolidating services or even whole governments?
A
less urban sprawl
efficiency
elimination of duplicate services
2
Q
what does economies of scale mean?
A
increased levels of production lowers costs
3
Q
what can be some cons or problems with consolidation- why might it fail to achieve goals of greater efficiency or cost savings?
A
reduction in government competition means less innovation and drive to be better
could only be beneficial in the short term
4
Q
competition amongst cities- is it good or bad?
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