Government Consolidation and Economic Development in Allegheny County and the City of Pittsburgh

This report concludes that, although evidence is mixed and effects difficult to measure, consolidating the City of Pittsburgh and Allegheny County could enhance economic development by unifying leadership, improving policy direction and coordination, and sharpening economic-development initiatives....

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Main Author: Archibald, Rae W. (auth)
Other Authors: Sleeper, Sally (auth)
Format: Electronic Book Chapter
Language:English
Published: RAND Corporation 2008
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