On February 10, 2010 the Center for Public Administration and Public Policy at Kent State University held a forum on intergovernmental collaboration in Northeast Ohio.
Dr. John Hoorbeek of the Center for Public Administration and Public Policy at Kent State University provided an overview of findings in recent research of local government collaborations in Ohio.
9. Other Factors Motivating Collaborations Percentage of Respondents
Economic Development 60%
Improve Service (or reduce service disparities) 40%
Budget Shortfall 32%
Reduce Future Risks to Community 24%
Avoid Annexation 12%
Persistent Leader or Convener 8%
Requested by the Public 8%
Other 4%