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Papers On Public Administration & Policy Analysis
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Nuclear Energy - A Viable Alternative
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A 10 page paper that begins with an introduction in which the writer comments on the need and desire for inexpensive energy and also explains the Kyoto Protocol. The essay then provides a brief explanation of the general operation of a nuclear power plant, the number of plants in the world, the two major accidents at nuclear reactor sites. Safety measures that are in place are explained followed by a short discussion on nuclear waste and cooling and disposal process. Bibliography lists 8 sources.
Filename: PGnucpw.rtf
Organizing & Administering Programs For Families & Individuals
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A 10 page paper that deals with the technicalities in starting a nonprofit organization emphasizing the need for an overall strategic plan. Bibliography lists 5 sources.
Filename: NonpOrgs.rtf
Perceptions of Risk and Organizational Security Operations
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This 13 page report
discusses the fact that the ways in which an organization and its leaders perceive the
various risks it faces cannot help but have an impact on how that organization focuses on
security issues. There are important elements of fundamental strategic planning processes
that should be a part of the effort in order to assure that the best possible, long-term, and
effective security program is created. This is as true for governments as it is for Fortune
500 corporations, small businesses, institutions for higher education, or not-for-profit
organizations. Bibliography lists 10 sources.
Filename: BWpersec.rtf
Performance and Accountability in Public Services
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This 17 page paper looks at issues of performance measurement and accountability, specifically in the public sector in the UK. The paper is divided into four parts. The first considers the need for a stakeholder approach to decision making with the interests of the wider environment and non primary goals to be included. The second part of the paper examines the use of league tables in ranking public service performance. The third part of the paper considers how the NHS is accountable and compares it to local authorities, and the last part of the paper then considers how statistics can be used from a league table and showing what can be ascertained form the tables, and also demonstrates the limitations of performance tables. The bibliography cites 11 sources.
Filename: TEaccuntbty.rtf
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
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