After reading the article “‘Big Questions About Intergovernmental Relations and Management: Who Will Address Them?” by Kincaid and Stenberg, choose two of the questions from the article that intrigued you the most. Then in 750-1,000 words, do the following:
*I choose Question 9 and Question 12 (see the attached article for the questions) please complete the following based on these 2 questions
Explain whether the questions still need answering or if they have been addressed by government since the article was published.
If they have been answered, explain why and how. If they have not been answered, explain what government can do to start finding answers to them.
Describe the importance of the questions as they relate specifically to state and local governments.
Use three to five scholarly resources to support your explanations.
Prepare this assignment according to the guidelines found in the APA Style Guide
NO PLAGIARISM and Original work please!
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The questions are crucial as they show the relationship between the state and local governments and the challenges the two various governments face in executing their mandates. Another essence of the question is that it provides an understanding of how social equity impacts state expenditures. Several challenges are still hindering the collaboration between state and local governments in accomplishing projects. Whereas there are specific programs reserved for a particular level of government, the lack of clear distinction brings confusion. According to Eckersley (2015), cross over arrangements, even though they are prevalent between the various government levels, bring confusion since many actors are involved.
