Abstract of a Course of Ten Lectures on Municipal Administration in Montreal: Delivered in Connection With the Educational Work of the Young Men's Christian Association of Montreal, 1895-6 (Classic Re - Hardcover

Herbert B. Ames

Hardcover

ISBN 10: 0265957672 ISBN 13: 9780265957677

Publisher: Forgotten Books, 2018

Synopsis

Why study a city's administration? Learn how local government affects your wallet, health, and everyday life.

This edition gathers a series of lectures on municipal administration in Montreal, offering a practical look at why city systems matter and how they adapt to changing populations and needs.

In these pages, readers explore the financial side of city government, the role of health regulations, and the impact of well-run (or poorly run) public services on daily life. It uses Montreal as a focal point to discuss how urban growth tests institutions, budgets, and the responsibilities of civic leaders. The material presents historical context and concrete examples, illustrating the stakes for residents, workers, and future generations.

• How municipal finances shape city services and taxes
• Why public health and sanitation depend on local governance
• How police and public order are organized and overseen
• What makes a city attractive to newcomers and investors

Ideal for readers curious about the inner workings of cities, and how civic decisions touch everyday life in a growing metropolis.

Edition details

• Publisher: Forgotten Books
• Publication date: 2018
• Language: English
• ISBN 10: 0265957672
• ISBN 13: 9780265957677
• Binding: Hardcover
• Number of pages: 88