Governance – George Cuff
George Cuff is a well respected figure in municipal circles. He is often called in by provincial governments to sort out dysfunctional local governments. If you have a question or comment please email me.
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7 myths of regional governance
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Everyone sees the need
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Not everyone sees the need
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Solutions for other cities work here
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Find a solution that works locally
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Have all management on side
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Have all public and elected officials on side
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Once birth a regional system flows smoothly
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Regional governance takes time and patience
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Local leaders are ready to give up local control
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Newly elected officials share the same
enthusiasm as previous officials
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30-40 turnover at municipal election
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Regional success happens over night
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Governance affects everyone
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Is the decision making process
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Reflects the policy functions of the governing
body
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Governance is not management of daily activities
and operations
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Keys to good governance
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Comprehensive understanding of mandate
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Clarity regarding role/allegiance/primacy
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Legal obligations override previous role
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Clarity respecting your strategic objectives
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Vision
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Challenge local assumptions for regional
perspective
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Understanding how/where Board impacts the system
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Leaders effect tone and style
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How do we manage relationships when some
partners may be intimidated
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Need to think through the small things/details
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Commitment to principles, policies, and
practices
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Recognition that despite our differences, we are
a team; respect for all others on the team
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Some Opportuniteis for Collaboration
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Housing
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Land use planning
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Transit
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Economic development
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Tourism
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Recreation/Community Services
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Water/Sewer
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Waste Management
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Emergency Services
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