Local Government Cooperation in Maine

Did you know that 45.5% of the State’s General Fund revenues are disbursed to municipalities and counties for a local government purpose? Source: Office of Fiscal and Program Review, Maine Legislature.

Did you know that Maine has almost 500 municipalities, plus 16 counties? Source, Maine Municipal Association. That’s a local government administration for every 2500 Maine residents.

Did you know that Maine has over twice as many local government employees as state government employees? Source, Maine Department of Labor.

The national and world recession of 2008 and 2009 will decrease government revenues in 2010 and 2011. All levels of government must find ways to deliver needed services with less overhead. Here we gather examples, information, and resources to aid those seeking to meet financial challenges through greater local government cooperation and regional approaches to service delivery.

Local Government Cooperation

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