Elected Local Leadership in Municipal Government
In: The annals of the American Academy of Political and Social Science, Band 405, S. 137-144
ISSN: 0002-7162
Though it is assumed by some that local gov's are having a constantly decreasing role, the evidence is not conclusive. The manner in which local elective officials exercise leadership will be determining. Changing demands on the traditional functions of local gov & changing complexities of the technological age result in unprecedented responsibility for local elective officals. The leadership role, including planning which encompasses all activity of local gov, demands new, additional personal characteristics to cope with new technology & lifestyles. Modified HA.