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Municipal Incorporation Activity in the United States

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Municipal Incorporation Activity in the United States

Patterns, People and Procedures
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This book provides a comprehensive analysis of the municipal incorporation activity in the United States over the last several decades and the geographic consequences of the incorporation of new cities. It aims to explore new municipalities and to develop a better understanding and appreciation for these complex local government boundary changes. Since 1990, the United States has witnessed the incorporation of more than 400 new cities. These newly incorporated municipalities (NIMs) were established on the edges of growing metropolitan areas, in beach and mountain resort destinations, and largely rural counties. The incorporation of these new cities is a complex and politically charged geographic event. These new cities can contribute to metropolitan fragmentation within a region, provide important public services to growing urban areas, and/or exclude unwanted populations. New cities can also result in new school boundaries, new levels of taxation, and new boards and commissions with varied political powers.  

Author Biography:

Dr. Smith is an Associate Professor of Geography at Winston-Salem State University in Winston-Salem, North Carolina.  His research agenda centers on exploring local government boundary change actions and a variety of urban planning issues including urban sustainability.  Currently, Dr. Smith is focused on analyzing the spatial justice implications of local government boundary change events in the United States.  He is the author of numerous research publications, contracted reports, and presentations.   
Release date NZ
January 18th, 2018
Audience
  • Professional & Vocational
Edition
1st ed. 2018
Illustrations
25 Illustrations, color; 5 Illustrations, black and white; XX, 184 p. 30 illus., 25 illus. in color.
Pages
184
Dimensions
162x239x15
ISBN-13
9783319721873
Product ID
27408615

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