Local Public Finance and Economics: An International Perspective

Globalization and the information revolution have highlighted the catalytic role of local governments for improving economic and social outcomes at the local level as well as growing the national economy by enhancing international competitiveness. This comprehensive account of local public finance and economics brings together principles and better practices for improving quality and access of local public services provision. The volume covers assignment of responsibilities
jurisdictional design
local service delivery
local regulation
local self-financing options such as income, sales, property and environmental taxation, user charges and fees
infrastructure finance options
and higher order government financing of local governments. The treatment is non-technical and suitable for a wide variety of audiences including scholars, instructors, students, media, policy advisers and practitioners.