Outsourcing and Privatization
Outsourcing and Privatization are strategic approaches used by local and state government agencies to improve efficiency and reduce costs by contracting out services or transferring public functions to the private sector. These methods can lead to significant savings and enhanced service delivery but also come with accountability and public oversight challenges. This directory provides articles on related topics like Finance, as financial management ensures that government operations are sustainable and resources are allocated efficiently to meet public needs.
Lead paint and other safety hazards in Detroit rental housing will be addressed this year as the city launches a website and compliance program designed to target 80,000 unregistered properties.
IBM may have ended their workplace telecommuting program, but a look at policies and trends prove that outsourcing and remote working are inevitable.
One coastal city that experienced serious water infrastructure problems -- complete with boil orders -- has turned things around by outsourcing O&M.
Philadelphia is looking to generate revenue from bus shelter advertisements, while Atlanta is considering ads on public assets such as parks and vehicles
A recent study revealed the vast majority of local officials in Michigan are satisfied with their outsourcing or privatization initiatives
Some cities are reporting great success with privatization contracts, while others are working to undo them
Several mayors across the country are testing innovative strategies and challenging the private sector to help solve problems impacting the community as a whole
Indianapolis is deploying the nation’s largest fleet of electric cars, which will generate $8.7 million in savings over the next seven years. Does your municipal fleet need an upgrade?
Read about cities’ plans to outsource animal control duties and water services to generate significant savings
One City talks to Gov1 about combining San Francisco’s tech industry, residents and local government to solve community problems. Read the exclusive interview
Madrid’s public transit network is accepting corporate sponsorships to raise money for updates and maintenance costs. Learn about the different opportunities to generate revenue throughout the public network
With Economic Development in mind, businesses have launched a public bikesharing program in Cleveland
Parklets are a new trend in municipalities. Sao Paulo’s efforts and how P3s support green space projects
The City of Baltimore is considering the sale of municipal parking garages to fund new recreation centers. Inside, we look at the city’s angle on privatization and how it will decide where the centers are built
Cities and states are considering P3s as a means of privatizing public transportation to extend routes and also free up revenue for other purposes
With major pension obligations pending, North Riverside, IL, is examining privatization of its fire department in the hopes of saving $700k annually
Cities, regions and states are teaming with private entities to drive up household recycling rates. Read how public/private collaboration is growing and P3s are becoming the norm
A look at the City of Minneapolis and its strategy to continue the outsourcing of technology to private contractors
A new research report recommends the City of Detroit outsource its DOT operations in an effort to raise operational levels and cut costs. Details inside
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