OPINION: Misconceptions fuel the push for local government reform at the statehouse

(Lafayette) Journal and Courier

Monday, January 26, 2009 1:50 PM

By Andrew Beger, Association of Indiana Counties, Journal & Courier

The issue of local government modernization is extremely important to county officials. A primary motivation for enacting any type of change should be that the new framework will save taxpayers money. There are five misconceptions about the cost of government "reform" that should be brought to your attention.

Misconception 1: Placing county government under the control of a single executive will streamline the operation of counties.

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