Administrative-territorial Entities Research Articles

Current Issues of the Formation of Regional Agroindustrial Clusters

The article analyzes the features of regional economy in the South of Russia, which is characterized by the diversity of agricultural enterprises. The paper shows that enterprises of the agro-industrial complex tend to integration in order to ensure the continuity of agricultural processes. The article studies the factors of regional development as an objective precondition for the formation of highly efficient clusters in the agro-industrial complex. The author proves that implementing the continuous scenario of the economy development and import substitution process is caused by a number of reasons including a low reaction rate to changes in market conditions; difficulties in obtaining loans; high tariffs for the transportation of agricultural products; changes in taxation. The paper determines that uniting agricultural enterprises in the agro-industrial cluster provides system benefits and guarantees a synergistic effect in the following forms: transforming the sectoral structure in the agro-industrial complex; creating the conditions for simultaneous improvement of performance indicators in cluster enterprises and administrative-territorial entities, within which enterprises are located; the organization of the agro-industrial cluster as a closed contour and, through this, reducing total costs and optimizing taxation of cluster enterprises; creating the mechanism of effective interaction with territorial authorities in implementing the regional import substitution policy; expanding access to new technologies and staff training in order to respond faster to changing market conditions in accordance with the requirements of the modern economy.

The comparative evaluation of the operational performance of the economies of constituent entities of the Russian Federation

The article consideres the existing practice of the comparative assessment of effectiveness of the economies of constituent entities of the Russian Federation, reveals its shortcomings, and the factors causing them, factors causing them, including the shortcomings of the system and indicators of state statistical reporting and methods for their determination, as well as the consequences of these shortcomings in the system of internal economic and social-labor relations. The authors ’proposals are based on the following: adopting, as a generalized indicator of the economic efficiency of the functioning of the economies of administrative-territorial entities of the country, the indicator of gross domestic income generated in their territories, regardless of which of them are registered; changes in the basic provisions for determining in statistical accounting the volumes of the gross domestic product and gross income, excluding from their volumes the cost of services, that do not represent in their content the newly created value.

General (Master) Plans Of Settlements Under New Conditions

The duration of preparation, approval and ratification of draft master plans of settlements, especially cities of Federal importance, objectively constrains investment and construction processes. The search for opportunities to accelerate the transition from strategic development to the real formation of material and spatial conditions in the form of placement and construction of objects for various purposes is a relevant methodological and organizational task of the state level. The goals, objectives and content of various types of strategic and territorial planning, planning of territories, urban zoning and preparation of urban plans of land plots as an information integrated chain of hierarchy of documents regulating urban planning activities in the administrative-territorial entities are considered. The mechanism of integration of information about the initial, planned and design state of the functional and planning organization of the architectural and spatial environment, which may reveal the possibility of general acceleration of the transition from the design and permit documentation to the physical allocation of sites and construction of objects is proposed. It is concluded that the development of the project process in the field of urban development on the basis of new information technologies will obviously require adjustments to the legislative acts of the Federal and regional levels, which will provide the necessary speed of implementation of the tasks of investment development of social, transport, municipal and industrial infrastructure of the country.

Трансграничные соглашения субъектов Российской Федерации

The article is devoted to the analysis of the legal nature of the agreements of the subjects of the Russian Federation with the subjects, administrative-territorial entities, as well as with the state bodies of foreign states. The article analyzes the international legal capacity of the subjects of the Russian Federation, the legal regulation of their participation in transfrontier relations with foreign partners, as well as the requirements for agreements concluded by the subjects of the Russian Federation with foreign partners.

Быть или не быть генеральным планам крупных городов

Статья написана в рамках дискуссии, возникшей в результате поручения В.В. Путина правительству за­менить генпланы крупных городов на стратегические планы для ускорения градостроительного обеспечения строительства. Мнения специалистов по данному во­просу разделились. Для того чтобы оценить целесо­образность такого решения анализируется опыт про­ектирования крупных российских городов в условиях плановой экономики. Также анализируется современный опыт Англии, включая законодательную базу в области стратегического градостроительного планирования, опыт разработки стратегического Плана Большого Лон­дона и локального плана города Лондона. Проведённый анализ позволяет прийти к выводу о том, что крупный город должен иметь стратегический план развития. Он включает видение, или миссию города, набор стратегий в разных сферах жизнедеятельности города (жилищная, промышленная, инфраструктурная, экологическая и др.), определение согласованной политики их пространствен­ной реализации, общей концепции пространственного развития города, направленных на достижение миссии города. Стратегический план крупного города должен разрабатываться на территорию города и прилегающие территории, с которыми осуществляется активная по­вседневная связь. Он должен иметь социальное и ре­сурсное обоснование, механизмы реализации, содержать показатели, по которым осуществляется мониторинг этой реализации. Основная цель этого плана не уско­рить градостроительное обеспечение строительства, а способствовать формированию успешного города: ком­фортного, привлекательного для инвестиций, жителей и приезжих. Наличие стратегического плана не исключает необходимость разработки генеральных планов на круп­ные административнотерриториальные образования в рамках планируемой территории с целью детализации определённой для них стратегии. Эффективность планов зависит от применения современных технологий разра­ботки решений и управления их реализацией, а также от того, насколько социально и экономически обосновано видение города.

Tools of strategic management of social and economic development of closed administrative-territorial entities

Tools of strategic management of social and economic development of closed administrative-territorial entities

Управління фінансовими ресурсами територіальної громади

Висвітлено роль фінансового управління у формуванні місцевої політики розвитку територіальних громад. Показано роль органів місцевої влади у формуванні місцевої політики розвитку території. Сформовано індикатори оцінки ефективності виконання функцій органами місцевої влади. Проведено порівняльний аналіз забезпеченості фінансовими ресурсами об’єднаних територіальних громад. Запропоновано використання порівняльного аналізу для удосконалення управління місцевими фінансами

External Relations of the Regions: the Main Problems of Paradiplomacy Theory

Introduction:The article discusses the theoretical basis of research in the feld of paradiplomacy or external relations of intrastate administrative-territorial entities. Paradiplomacy is an umbrella concept within several theoretical approaches that are significantly close in content. The author analyzes the main problems in the theory of diplomacy related to the lack of heuristic potential and the lack of a formed conceptual grid.Materials and methods:from a theoretical and methodological point of view, the author uses the hermeneutic approach, which allows to combine descriptive techniques and analysis of the subjective aspects of the given phenomenon. In addition, the author relies on a comparative historical method and a normative political analysis, which makes it possible to ft the facts of political reality into the framework of political theory. The paradiplomatic practice of Russia, Brazil, Canada, USA, Tanzania, and the Republic of South Africa acted as the material for the study.Research results:the author has identifed three main problems of the theory of paradiplomacy, which delay its further development. The theory of paradiplomacy does not have clear answers for questions of the spatial transformation of administrative-territorial units and the relationship of these transformation processes with paradiplomatic activity. The theory of paradiplomacy is unable to explain the phenomena of multilateral interregional relations and the unevenness of paradiplomatic activity.Discussions and conclusions:the author states that the existing theoretical approaches to paradiplomacy are mainly descriptive in nature and do not address the problems of a methodological, epistemological and normative nature, which is an undoubted drawback.

Key geographical constants of Rivne region

The purpose of this article. Geographical constants are the quantitative values of the main characteristics of a territory, which give an idea of its location, integrity, spatial certainty and information about its components. The main ones traditionally are the territory, perimeter, coordinates of the extreme points, height of the highest and lowest points, the geographical center. They must be reliable and unambiguous, since they perform important universal and specific functions. The currently known values of the geographic constants of Rivne region are not sufficiently accurate and outdated. According to the known sources, the area of the region is up to 1 km2 (at best), the perimeter is up to 1 km, the coordinates of the points are up to 1ʹ, the height of the points is up to 1 m. The main material. To obtain more reliable values of geographic constants, we used more accurate cartographic materials (scale 1: 10 000) and modern so???? ware (Digitals, AutoCad 2008, Excel). The total number of digitized points along the perimeter of the oblast was 9708. Such a number of points is sufficient for our work. The values of the main geographical constants were obtained with an accuracy: the area of the region is up to 0.1 km2, the perimeter is up to 0.1 km, the coordinates of the points are up to 0.1ʹ (in two systems: Pulkovo-1942 and WGS-84), the height of the points is up to 0.1 m. Behind the known formulae, an estimate of the accuracy of the results of calculations has been performed. The location of the key geographical constants of the territory of Rivne region is shown on the map. Following the compiled tables, a comparative analysis of the old and the new values of the main geographic characteristics was conducted. The largest differences relate to the perimeter of the territory (1080 km and 1204.8 km), the coordinates of the extreme western and eastern points (approximately 5ʹ in geographic longitude), coordinates of the geographical center (slightly more than 2ʹ in geographical latitude). Conclusions and further research. On the basis of the performed researches new and more accurate values of the main geographical constants of the territory of the Rivne region have already been obtained. The analysis of the well-known domestic publications from the aforementioned topics for similar administrative-territorial entities did not show such high accuracy of the results. Since such data are an integral part of the geographical characteristics of the territory, they have the right to be used in official statistics, cartographic, reference, scientific and educational publications.

METHODOLOGICAL ASPECTS OF INSTITUTIONAL PROVISION OF SUSTAINABLE DEVELOPMENT OF TERRITORIES IN THE CONTEXT OF THE DECENTRALIZATION PROCESS

The institutional system in Ukraine, which is characterized by the rule of interests of the authorities over the interests of the society, neglect of the rights of business agents, as well as the use of power for the personal benefit of officials, is investigated. At the same time, the state is the main institution for sustainable development, which should determine the priority economic, social and environmental activities. Responsible institutions are obliged to develop the necessary mechanisms to ensure sustainability, strengthen positions in the areas of human capital development and improve the quality of life. New governance tools and mechanisms will facilitate the involvement of the private sector in the implementation of sustainable development principles through renewed relationships between business entities based on equal partnership and the use of mechanisms to ensure the harmonization of business interests in achieving social, economic and environmental sustainability. Irrationality, disproportionality, complexity of administrative-territorial entities of the united territorial communities were taken into account in this article. Ways of executive power institutionalization, development of territories in accordance with requirements of institutionalism, and its role and place in administrative-territorial reform were determined. It is argued that the only institutional set of society is an institutional matrix. Institutional matrix of society is presented as a stable triad of basic elements – macro-institutions that integrate and stabilize society: economy, politics, and culture. And the modernization of the system of public administration institutions, decentralization of powers to the level of united territorial communities should form a stable system of sustainable development of the territory and a safe socio-ecological and economic environment.

Сказки XXI века: тематический парк «Империя "И"» - современный культурный проект. Архитектурно-технологическое пространство

В статье рассмотрена возможность создания комплексных зон рекреации как объектов просвещения, культуры и отдыха, технологически насыщенных интерактивными элементами. До настоящего времени в Российской Федерации не создано ни одного нового тематического пространства, сопоставимого с ВДНХ или иными аналогичными проектами мирового уровня. Современный культурный проект, представленный в статье, является оригинальной схемой организации рекреационного пространства, способствующего интеллектуальному развитию и получению навыков высокотехнологичных профессий для молодёжи, стимулированию к творчеству в искусстве и науке. Предложение пригодно для использования в качестве базовой модели с целью диверсификации экономики региона для обеспечения устойчивого развития территории, для создания новых рабочих мест. Реализация подобного рода экономически привлекательных проектов создаст благоприятный имидж любому региону нашей страны, станет импульсом для решения проблем развития территорий научных городов (наукоградов), закрытых административно-территориальных образований (ЗАТО), иных административно-территориальных и муниципальных образований. В статье предложены три варианта размещения тематического парка, а также выполнены предварительные расчёты технико-экономических показателей и времени окупаемости инвестиций для территорий различных габаритов. Особое внимание уделено предварительному расчёту и анализу соотношения новых рабочих мест для обслуживающего персонала и высококвалифицированных специалистов.
 Ключевые слова: рекреационная зона, просвещение

Transformation of Scientific Approaches to the Practice of Regulating the Socio-Economic Development of a Region

The paper deals with the methodology and practice of the state regulation of the regional economy based on the legislative framework and works of Russian scientists in the historical context with account for the specifics of the current period of market transformation. The subject of research is organizational and economic relations, aimed at improving the management efficiency of regional socio-economic development. The purpose of research was to identify the key problems of the regional economy regulation preventing the balanced functioning of administrative-territorial entities and substantiate the need to boost measures of state support. Based on the dialectical cognition method and the system approach, the positions of leading scientists and scientific schools on topical issues of the regional economy as a scientific discipline were analyzed, which made it possible to identify the main reasons hampering socio-economic transformations and justify measures for running a more active regional policy. It is concluded that consistent improvement of methodological and organizational approaches creates prerequisites for improving the results of the socio-economic development at the regional level; however, in the current situation of the macroeconomic instability serious problems may arise to be resolved primarily by the state regulation.

CLUSTER APPROACH IN ADMINISTRATION OF RURAL AREAS

Formation of new administrative-territorial entities defines a need to innovative approach to managing. Is it possible to facilitate development processes with the means of the local community? Objective: to substantiate the expediency of using the cluster approach in the administration and possibility of its practical implementation in smart-community. We make a sociological survey of 800 rural residents in 6 regions of Ukraine. Study period 2013–2017. The outcome of the study is an integrated cluster-creative approach through the practice of patina management and inclusive development. Most fully he found his manifestation in the conditions of tribal estates and tribal settlements.

Land manager profession on labor market: condition and problems of request and demand

Land manager profession on labor market: condition and problems of request and demand

Рецензия на монографию В. Н. Кузнецова «Атомные закрытые административно- терр иториальные образования Урала: история и современность. Часть 2. Постсоветский период»

Рецензия на монографию В. Н. Кузнецова «Атомные закрытые административно- терр иториальные образования Урала: история и современность. Часть 2. Постсоветский период»

Якутская область в административно- территориальном устройстве Азиатской России XIX века

The projects of management of administrative-territorial entities of Siberia, proposed in the XIX century in which a special place is given to the Yakut region are considered. This problem is relevant in view of the continuing research interest in the issues of imperial regionalism, in connection with which a scientific school has emerged to study this phenomenon. It is noted that scientists identified four stages in the process of entering the territories of Siberia and the Far East into the imperial system. The work uses the problem-chronological, structural-functional, historical-comparative and retrospective methods. The author focuses her attention on the issue of expanding the administrative independence of the region during the administration of the Governor-General N. N. Muravyov-Amursky. It is noted that the diversity of projects was associated both with the personal views of the governor-generals of Eastern and Western Siberia, and with the degree of integration of the territory into the general imperial space. It is shown that the search for the most optimal model of control over the vast territory of Siberia continued throughout the XIX century. The author comes to the conclusion that the north-east of Russia was constantly in the field of view of the governor-generals, and the regional structure established in the 19th century seemed to be the most optimal.

PROGRAM AND PERFORMANCE BASED BUDGETING – WAY TOWARDS CONSOLIDATING LOCAL FINANCIAL AUTONOMY

Actuality of the research resides in the application for the first time in the Republic of Moldova of the program and performance based budgeting (PPBB) at the local level. The aim of the article is to evaluate PPBB and its influence on the responsibility of the local authorities and improving the use of public money. The research methodology is based on the calculations of the correlation reports between different local budget indicators. The results present that the level of financial autonomy depends on the financial possibilities of the administrative-territorial entities. Thus, there is required to supplement the revenues by detecting domestic reserves and their use by the local administration.

LEGAL REGULATION OF PACIFIC FRANC ENISSION AND CIRCULATION

The essential condition for the development of financial law science is to address to foreign experience in legal regulation of social relations. The comparative legal researches can enrich the doctrine and contribute to the improvement of practice of implementation of financial legislation. This fully applies to the sphere of financial-legal regulation of social relations in the area of monetary circulation. Traditionally it is assumed that a single currency shall apply in the framework of the state. Meanwhile, several foreign countries have widespread practice of issue and circulation of regional and local currencies authorized by the government. That is why it is quiet crucial to understand the peculiarities of legal regulation of issuing CFP franc as a regional currency that is in circulation in French territories in the Pacific ocean. This article is devoted to the study of the order of issuing and circulating of CFP franc. The work discusses the specifications of the administrative-territorial division of the French Republic and its influence on the monetary circulation in the state. Also, the authors are exploring the genesis of the issuing institutions of France and their competence. So, in addition to the Bank of France, the institution of the overseas departments and issuing institution of the overseas territories have the right to carry out issuing of currencies. The main purpose of these bodies is to ensure the stable monetary circulation in the French overseas territories. The article concludes that the CFP franc is a means of providing additional liquidity for the growth of separate administrative-territorial entities. As a priority aim of introducing a parallel currency, the French government has considered the protection of the local population from the fluctuations of the national currency. The CFP franc is in circulation in a limited area and it is not recognized as a legal tender in Metropolitan France.

Децентрализация системы государственного управления: сравнительный анализ опыта Республики Узбекистан и зарубежных стран (на примере Французской Республики и Федеративной Республики Германия)

The article provides a comparative analysis of the experience of the Republic of Uzbekistan in the sphere of decentralization of public administration, and developed countries such as France and Germany. The issues concerning organizational and legal support of decentralization of public administration in these countries were analyzed as well. The author has analyzed the stages of decentralization of public administration in France and its peculiarities; the administrative-territorial entities of the French Republic and their relations with the central authorities are also considered in present article. The powers of the Federation and the German federal land, as well as their relationships are considered. The article also studied the powers of the communities in Germany, as well as their relationships with each other, with the federal states and the federation. Moreover, the Institute of Federal enforcement in Germany as a means of control by the Federation is considered as well. The article contains the stages of the decentralization of public administration in the Republic of Uzbekistan, issues on the differentiation of powers between the central government and state authorities in the local areas. There are disclosed the powers of the authoritative local bodies, the issues of organizational and legal support to their activities, as well as their relationship with the central bodies of state administration. The article also shows the role and nature of self-government bodies in the process of decentralization of public administration in the Republic of Uzbekistan.

Organizational issues of expert review and evaluation of macroregional development projects in Russia

Abstract—This article identifies particular characteristics of expert appraisal of projects included in macroregional development programs. These features are determined by uniqueness of these administrative-territorial entities, which is exemplified by the Russian Arctic Zone. This article also analyzes the potential of organizing expert appraisals (first of all, government expert appraisals) in Russia for use when analyzing and assessing Arctic projects. The basic guidelines and provisions are substantiated with regard to organizing an expert appraisal of the project component of development projects for the Russian Arctic Zone and other Russian macroregions.