Please answer the following questions:
1. Chapter 7 in the Nelson and Stenberg text identifies 9 habits of high-performing governing bodies on p.135 under the section High Performing Habits. From your experiences, what two habits do you think governing bodies need to improve on the most? Discuss why.
2. Chapter 20 in the Nelson and Stenberg text discusses 4 bureaucratic reform models in Table 10.1 on p.205. One of them is Zero-Based Budgeting. Describe this form of budgeting, including one pro and one con. If you were in charge of budgeting, would you use this model? Why or why not?
3. Chapter 11 in the Nelson and Stenberg text discusses emerging issues for local governments. Discuss (2) issues that you think are most important for local governments today and why. (You do not have to use only those in the text).
4. ICMA members developed 18 core content areas and practices essential for effective local government management (See Appendix 2 in Nelson and Stenberg on p.255). How can a public administrator prepare him/herself for a career that requires so many essential skills?
5. ICMA members developed 18 core content areas and practices essential for effective local government management (See Appendix 2 in Nelson and Stenberg on p.255). Which (2) practices are you the weakest? What can you do to improve those skills?
Resources:
Managing Local Government: An Essential Guide for Municipal and County Managers, Nelson, Kimberly L ; Stenberg, Carl W., III
First edition., Washington DC, CQ Press; Washington DC: CQ Press, 2017
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