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"Greed, ethical lapses, and lack of accountability have drained untold millions in tax dollars. Corrupt practices range from embezzlement, graft, bribery, kickbacks, extortion, nepotism and patronage to the misuse of funds, vehicles, equipment, supplies and other public resources. This book investigates the reasons behind corruption and imparts guidelines for better accountability"--

Misconduct in office --- Political corruption --- Fraud --- Contracting out --- Transparency in government --- Ethics --- Law and legislation --- Corrupt practices

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"Eminent domain is integral to a government's legal ability to take private property for a public purpose. If used correctly, the owners are paid fair market value. To educate citizens and prevent future abuse, this book exposes the good and the bad aspects of government's ability to use their power of eminent domain to acquire private property"--

Eminent domain --- Cities and towns --- Growth.

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"We tend to associate small town economic development with the decline of the rural United States--empty houses, shuttered shops and rusting factories. Some millennials are coming back and big cities maintain symbiotic relationships with smaller communities. This collection of articles by experts presents stories of small-town America's struggle and describes innovations and practices behind successful revivals"--

Small cities --- Urban renewal --- Community development --- Economic development