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1981 ◽  
Vol 10 (2) ◽  
pp. 250-251
Author(s):  
Gordon E. Cherry
Keyword(s):  
Public Policy ◽  
New York ◽  
New Public ◽  
Neighborhood Preservation

The Manifestation of New Public Service Principles in Small-town Government: A Case Study of Grand Island, New York

2021 ◽  
pp. 0160323X2110031
Author(s):  
Jason D. Rivera ◽  
Andrew Uttaro
Keyword(s):  
New York ◽  
Public Service ◽  
Future Research ◽  
Public Servants ◽  
Engagement Strategies ◽  
New Public ◽  
Governance Practices ◽  
Grand Island ◽  
Inclusive Governance

Although New Public Service (NPS) principles are well known, their practice in local government settings has only been limitedly explored. As a means of better understanding governance practices that adhere to NPS principles in local contexts, this study engaged in a case study of Grand Island, New York. Through the analysis of interviews with elected officials and civic servant department heads, it is observed that public servants practice various public engagement strategies for gauging public sentiment and interests in public policy. However, these same public servants point out the challenges of public hearings and social media to understanding their citizens. Information on public servants’ notions of accountability is observed, which relates to how they view the public’s involvement in policy processes. Recommendations for future research are provided as a means of enhancing our understanding and development of more inclusive governance practices.

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