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Need of Reform in Our Local Improvement System - Softcover

Samuel Morley Wickett

 
9780266764540: Need of Reform in Our Local Improvement System

Synopsis

This book offers a comprehensive examination of local government budgeting and financial administration in Toronto during the early 20th century. The author provides a detailed analysis of the city's revenue sources, expenditure patterns, and debt management practices. The book also explores the political and economic factors that have influenced the city's financial decisions, including the impact of urbanization, industrialization, and the two World Wars. Through a close examination of primary sources, the author sheds new light on the challenges and opportunities faced by Toronto's civic leaders as they grappled with the need to provide essential services to a rapidly growing population while managing the city's finances in a responsible and sustainable manner. The book also provides valuable insights into the broader history of municipal finance in Canada and its significance in shaping the development of one of the country's largest and most dynamic cities.

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