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Functions of Neighborhood Advisory Groups

Abstract

Advisory Neighborhood Commissions in Washington, DC, were studied through financial statements, newspaper stories, & interview data from a number of officials, & five major functions were identified: policy advising, dealing with service complaints, coproduction, service provision, & regulating quality of life. Such neighborhood participation provides new forms of Ur politics in a time of social change. Modified HA.

Journal

Journal of Voluntary Action Research

(April-June 1981)
vol10 no2 pages27-39

Categories

  1. Community Development Nonprofits  
  2. Neighborhoods