Performance-Based Monitoring
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Performance monitoring refers to a system or process for measuring the results achieved by public programs. In this 1 page paper, the writer thoroughly explains the concept, performance indicators, and the role of feedback. Bibliography lists 2 sources.
Filename: Perfbase.wps

Planning for Sufficient Public Housing
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A 7 page paper discussing considerations for the city council of a fictitious city of 250,000 as the council embarks on a five-year study of zoning to control urban sprawl in the economically healthy and rapidly-growing city. The paper uses the example of the decay of downtown Detroit and sprawl into outlying suburban areas as an example of what to avoid. The paper discusses how changes in zoning laws and allowing private developers downtown areas could have benefited the city, using Portland, Oregon as a positive example. Bibliography lists 6 sources.
Filename: KSurbanHous.wps

Policy Analysis / Paying Teens Money to Avoid Pregnancy
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In this 6 page case analysis, the writer evaluates a plan proposed by Denver, Colorado's Planned Parenthood Chapter to pay certain teenage girls a dollar a day for avoiding pregnancy. The social ramifications of this controversial idea are assessed and the writer takes the position of the National Board for this esteemed association in deciding whether to support or ex-communicated the Denver Chapter for actually implementing the idea-- one that is in direct violation of Planned Parenthood's stated goals and ideology. All sides are considered and recommendations are made. Based on case handout.. no longer available. No Bibliography.
Filename: Policywr.wps

Port Privatization
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A 30 page paper the effects of privatization on the operations and productivity of many of the world's ports. One aspect of increased globalization has been to illustrate in clear terms the benefits of competition and free-market conditions, and the same principles apply to port operation. It behooves national governments to establish conditions conducive to economic development, but those conditions are not limited to favorable tax structures and providing an educated workforce. Privatization of ports is a factor not often recognized as being necessary for economic growth, but this paper demonstrates that today's most prosperous developing nations are those whose international ports have been privatized and now operate under the flag of competition, efficiency and free trade. Bibliography lists 18 sources.
Filename: KSportPriv.wps

Portland, Oregon
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An 11 page paper that offers a general overview of the city of Portland. Subheadings include: history, politics, government, and geography; the economy and tax issues and current issues facing the metropolitan area of Portland. Information includes population, location, industry, revenue generating strategies, controlling urban sprawl and type of government, among other aspects of this region. Bibliography lists 10 sources.
Filename: PGprtlnd.wps

Power Pools In The U.S.
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A 5 page paper. Power pools are groups of generators who pool their capacity. The theory is that this results in lower prices for the consumer. This paper provides an overview of power pools and lists several with their annual capacity. Bibliography lists 11 sources.
Filename: PGpowpl.wps

Promoting Economic Growth With Policy
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A 9 page paper discussing how governments of developing nations can promote economic growth through government policy. Government policy can encourage or inhibit economic growth, both in the short term and for long-term sustainability. Those nations that have chosen policy based on a desire to encourage economic development have prospered. Singapore's methodical and systematic approach to planning and implementation can be duplicated by other developing nations. Governments need to promote free trade, moderate Keynesian economics, strict environmental standards and dedication to education of their people. Bibliography lists 5 sources.
Filename: KSgovtPolList.wps

Public Health Peer-Education Intervention: Pediatric Asthma
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A 15 page paper evaluating a study conducted in the Chicago inner city designed to provide peer education to low-income families with at least one asthmatic child. The focus of the peer education was in reducing or eliminating environmental factors that contribute to asthma, such as the presence of dust mites and other allergens. The study design is sound, as is its conduct. The surprising factor is the degree to which peer education has been successful and has become a factor worthy of policy change. The paper also discusses the study's implications from the perspective of cost-benefit analysis and social impact analysis. Bibliography lists 13 sources.
Filename: KSasthmaInter.wps

Public Management - The Challenger Tragedy Problem
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A 5 page paper. Based on a chapter in the cited book, the writer discusses the issues involved with the tragedy of the Challenger. The writer provides: the main problem, tactical issues, an analysis of the issues, alternatives to solve the main problem, and how the case fits into Weber's Bureaucracy model and the Iron Triangles model. Bibliography lists 1 source.
Filename: PGchl.wps

Public Management: Book Overviews
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This 32 page paper summarizes a total of 14 chapters in two books about public administration: The Enduring Challenges in Public Management and New Paradigms for Government. Topics include but are not limited to: the perception of incompetence; The Role of information Systems in Supporting TQM; Benefits and Costs of Conventional Management Practices; Improving Performance Measurement; Strategies for Public Sector Modernization; The Public Productivity Challenge; Implications of Contracting Out; Revitalizing Employee Ties with Public Organizations; plus more. Bibliography lists 2 sources.
Filename: PGpubad4.wps