ISBN: 9781333436155 - the nineteen local governments in chicago: a multiplicity of overlapping taxing bodies with many elective officials; chicago's greatest needs are the: ... and a short ballot (classic reprint) (3 Ergebnisse)

PAP. Zustand: New. New Book. Shipped from UK. Established seller since 2000.

PAP. Zustand: New. New Book. Shipped from UK. Established seller since 2000.

Paperback. Zustand: New. Print on Demand. This book is a concise and lucid guide to Chicago's sprawling local government network. It might surprise readers to know the staggering number of authorities that exist within the Windy City and Cook County. The text begins by establishing the historical context for this profusion of governing bodies, demonstrating their often haphazard origins. The author then carefully categorizes the various governmental entities, drawing a clear distinction between those with taxing authority and those without. The text provides accessible charts and graphics which illustrate the organizational structure and funding sources of each agency, and even includes a depiction of the extensive web of overlapping jurisdictions. Throughout, the author highlights the inefficiencies and waste inherent in this convoluted system. This book is a reproduction of an important historical work, digitally reconstructed using state-of-the-art technology to preserve the original format. In rare cases, an imperfection in the original, such as a blemish or missing page, may be replicated in the book. print-on-demand item.…