Local Government Research Articles

The Catch-22 organization: Living with austerity, bureaucracy and absurdity in a public sector organization

Through an empirical study of austerity-driven transformation in a Local Government Authority, this article makes three contributions to the emerging critical literature on paradox. First, it draws on Joseph Heller’s novel Catch-22 as an addition to the burgeoning scholarship that uses the fiction of Kafka to analyse bureaucratic organizations. Second, it focuses on the experience of paradoxes for those on the frontline, which has been neglected in the paradox literature. Third, it introduces the concept of absurdination, which refers to a subjectivity that reflects the tension between rationality and absurdity in the workplace, which can generate unease, anxiety, frustration and disillusionment. Absurdination indicates that management need to learn from the experiences of those on the frontline and yet, paradoxically, it also points to the obstacles to doing so. Rather than ameliorate paradoxes in ways that reproduce the status quo, it suggests that we must learn to question it.

Assessing the suitability of water for irrigation purposes using irrigation water quality indices in the Irob catchment, Tigray, Northern Ethiopia

ABSTRACT Irrigation alleviates poverty in arid and semi-arid regions, such as Ethiopia, necessitating a water suitability assessment. This study evaluates irrigation water quality in the Irob catchment, Northern Ethiopia. It differs by using combined parameters of the irrigation water quality index (IWQI) for comprehensive assessment beyond standard comparisons. Eighteen water samples were collected and analyzed using ultraviolet spectrometry, titration, and atomic absorption spectrometry. The evaluation included parameters such as salinity, total dissolved solids (TDS), total hardness (TH), sodium adsorption ratio, sodium percentage, residual sodium carbonate, permeability index, magnesium ratio, Kelly's index, potential salinity, and the IWQI. The findings revealed that 22.2, 38.9, 88.8, 66.7, 83.3, 66.7, 100, 72.2, and 55.6% of samples exceeded recommended standards for electrical conductivity, TDS, TH, permeability index, manganese, cobalt, copper, cadmium, and nickel, respectively. Most water quality parameters meet standards, but improved irrigation management is crucial to reduce risks. The IWQI indicates that 22.2% of water samples have minor restrictions, while 77.8% have no restrictions. This method provides key insights for evaluating irrigation water quality in similar hydrogeological and environmental conditions, particularly in semi-arid and arid regions. The findings enhance the understanding of sustainable water quality, supporting local authorities in developing resilient irrigation strategies for regional agricultural sustainability.

Information provision on local industries by Japanese public libraries: a survey on cultural industry-focused corners

PurposeThe purpose of this study was to examine how Japanese public libraries position and implement their services to provide information on cultural industries as local industries. Furthermore, the design characteristics of corners providing information on local industries and the potential and issues of services for contributing to the development of local industries were discussed.Design/methodology/approachThrough qualitative content analysis of library and municipal publications and websites, the following perspectives were examined: description, background of collecting materials and relationship with the local government policies. Through direct observations of library corners, the following perspectives were examined: location of the library, location of the corner, library information resource arrangement and content and content without library information resources. The targets were the following three corners related to the cultural industry: animation corner, film materials room and Ningyo (Japanese doll) corner.FindingsRegarding the design characteristics of corners, an intent to disseminate the appeal of local industries was particularly revealed. Regarding potential, cultural industries examined in this study are present in various and supporting cultural industries can promote development in these communities, even though traditional BI services may not be effective in some communities. Regarding issues, helping revitalize users and local businesses and collaboration with other organizations was inadequate.Originality/valueThis study provides suggestions for libraries to support local industries, expanding the concept of BI services, and has the potential to support communities that traditional BI services cannot cover.

Identifying the Determinants of Recycling Rates in the US: A Multi-Level Analysis

As sustainability challenges become more urgent, concerns about resource depletion and the need for material recovery have brought recycling to the forefront of circular economy discussions. Compared to other developed nations, the US has underperformed in recycling, with its rate remaining relatively unchanged over the last two decades. However, limited academic research has explored the factors influencing recycling rates, and little is understood about how various elements, such as infrastructure and policy measures, affect state-level recycling. Utilizing publicly available data and multivariate regression analysis that considers demographic, infrastructural, ecological, policy, and political factors, this study investigated the state-level variations that contribute to the overall US recycling rate. The findings indicate that states with a high number of landfill sites tend to recycle less, whereas those with a high number of Superfundsites are more likely to recycle more. Furthermore, states that restrict local governments from banning plastic bags and straws are negatively associated with increased recycling. This research provides important insights into how states can improve their recycling rates, which, in turn, would enhance national recycling outcomes.

MEGA‐REAL ESTATE SPECULATION AND RACIALIZED DISPOSSESSION: Miami's Little Haiti

AbstractThis article contributes to research on racialized dispossession through the lens of popular responses to local/global conjunctures of urban financial speculation. How has a predominantly Black immigrant community, Little Haiti, confronted a surging variant of Miami's history of racialized dispossession—corporate mega‐real estate speculation—since 2008's global financial crisis? I examine Little Haiti's confrontation with the proposed Magic City Innovation District, which is, in fact, no more than a large‐scale, mixed‐use commercial venture. Greater Miami's conjuncture undermined the community's capacity to resist or effectively negotiate with Magic City's partnership in three ways: a real estate hegemonic metropolis devoid of potent allies; the near absence of neighborhood‐resident resistance leadership in a working‐poor immigrant community; and a political fracture within Greater Miami's Haitian collective responses over the politics of patronage and accommodative versus contentious bargaining. By enveloping patronage practices within speculative imaginaries of inclusive, tech‐led neighborhood and metropolitan prosperity, Magic City's partnership and local government reinforced that fracture and politically marginalized both the accommodative and contentious factions. I conclude by considering the dilemma of disenfranchised communities today when confronting racialized speculative intrusions. The article's empirical content draws primarily on my collaborative‐community activism, city commission planning sessions and official documentation.

Financial Ratio Analysis: A Case Study of Chaturbhujeshwar Janta Multiple Campus Nepal

This study conducted a financial ratio analysis to analyze the financial health condition and operational performance of CJMC, a QAA-certified community campus in Harion, Sarlahi, Nepal. The study was based on secondary data, and data were accumulated from the audit report of fiscal years 2075/076 to 2079/080. The primary financial ratios examined are the administrative expense ratio, government reliance ratio, personal expense ratio, current ratio, and net margin ratio. The results indicate a decline in the administrative expense ratios, indicating the effectiveness of cost control. However, the government reliance ratio fluctuates substantially, posing a threat to financial stability due to the campus’s dependency on changeable government financing. The personal expense ratio is quite volatile, peaking at 90.89 percent in 2077/078 and indicating that labor expenditures have significantly exceeded the university budget. The current ratio has continuously fallen, dropping below 1.0 in recent years which indicates liquidity issues. The net margin ratio shows financial volatility, with significant deficits in 2076/077 and 2077/078, followed by a rebound in 2078/079 and 2079/080. The research concluded that the campus has worked to improve its financial position. Otherwise, it may continue to face issues such as declining enrollment and unstable regular revenue and should be dependent on local government assistance. Diversifying revenue streams, enhancing cash flow management, and optimizing personnel costs are all strategic recommendations for long-term financial sustainability.

THE SOUK OF EL KHROUB: AN ECONOMIC AND SOCIAL PILLAR IN RESPONSE TO RECENT COMMERCIAL TRANSFORMATIONS

At the heart of El Khroub’s urban dynamics, the traditional market (souk) continues to play a significant economic and social role, despite facing recent urban transformations and the challenges posed by contemporary development types. Over a six-month period, encompassing 52 working days of the souk (Thursdays and Fridays), we conducted an in-depth sociological survey using a detailed questionnaire with a representative sample of 400 individuals. The sample was selected using the Krejcie and Morgan method, combined with the quota sampling method (Moser & Kalton, 1971), to ensure that our sample reflected the diversity of stakeholders involved in the souk. The population was divided into four main strata: merchants, long-time visitors of the souk, local government members, and buyers. In addition to this survey, we conducted direct interviews with officials involved in the management of the souk, such as the municipal treasury officer and the current lessee of the souk, while also consulting the relevant specifications. This thorough assessment allowed us to fully understand the socio-economic characteristics and dynamics of this market. Thus, although initially centered on livestock trade, the souk of El Khroub has lost much of its former vitality ; it remains a crucial economic hub for local businesses and an essential social gathering point, despite the lack of relevant initiatives from municipal services to invigorate it and restore its former prominence. This paper highlights the critical importance of the El Khroub souk as an economic and social space, which requires the implementation of a strategy that would ensure its prosperity and ability to face current economic challenges. Therefore, we present a scenario to address these issues.

The welfare impact of financial inclusion: does the source of financing matter? A GMM and channel analysis

PurposeThis study investigates how finance contributes to socioeconomic development through an inclusive financial system and the impact of financial inclusion programs pursued by non-bank financial institutions (NBFIs) in Ghana.Design/methodology/approachIn this study, we leverage a rich, nationally representative household survey (ICPSR, 2014) from 17 Ghanaian MFIs (1,629 households), sponsored by the World Bank, to analyze microfinance impacts using a generalized method of moment (GMM) and channel analysis.FindingsOur findings reveal a statistically significant positive impact of donor-funded financial inclusion projects on targeted households’ welfare, regardless of implementing agency (donor, government or microfinance institution). The channel analysis further suggests that credit unions and savings and loan (S&L) institutions may be particularly effective conduits for delivering these welfare gains through financial inclusion programs. These findings hold valuable insights for funders seeking to maximize the welfare impact of such interventions: credit unions and S&Ls may be preferential channels for delivering financial inclusion programs aimed at improving household well-being.Research limitations/implicationsThe poverty-reducing impact of informal non-bank financial intermediaries like credit unions and susu groups highlights the need for policies that integrate these institutions into the formal financial system. Therefore, donor-funded initiatives should not rely solely on local government implementation. Since the focus of this study is on Ghana, we caution readers to exercise caution when generalizing the findings to other jurisdictions.Practical implicationsThe World Bank/IMF-backed financial sector reform in Ghana has many important implications for financial inclusion and welfare impacts which are rare in other jurisdictions. Our finding has policy implications for agencies that wish to translate financial inclusion into significant economic inclusion, especially in middle- and low-income countries (LICs) where the COVID-19 pandemic and the global impact of the recent war in Ukraine could exacerbate the exclusion gap.Originality/valueThe focus of this study is to understand if MFIs, funded by different sources, can contribute to inclusive growth and welfare. This research employs channel analysis, considering that donor and government programs are often channeled through community-based NBFIs and offer key contributions to the existing body of knowledge on financial inclusion and household welfare. This study extends the current literature by providing a deeper understanding of the role of each NBFI type in deepening financial inclusion and improving household welfare and allows policymakers, donors and governments to target inclusion efforts for maximum impact.

Heavy metal intrusion and geospatial analysis of groundwater resources in Isoko North Local Government Area, Delta State, Nigeria.

Abstract This study examined the spatial variation in the intrusion of heavy metals in underground water resources of Isoko North Local Government Area, Delta State, where it conducted a comparative study from ten (10) spatially distributed boreholes, for possible intrusion of the pathogen. The data that was produced were subjected to Heavy Metal Index (HMI) technique to analyse the significant contamination rate in the samples extracted from the study area (using the World Health Organisation Standard and the Nigerian Standard for Drinking Water Quality as the Control Variable). The result of the analysis showed that the undergroundwater there has slightly higher concentrations of Iron and lead than any other parameters. Lead (Ppm) has a range of values of 0.11 to 0.18, with areas like Owhelogho (0.18), Iyede (0.18) and Ellu (0.17) having higher values than others. The range of value for Iron (Ppm) is 0.31 to 0.43, with all the areas having significant values slightly higher than the WHO and NSDWQ standard of 0.3. The study identified places where heavy metals intrusion is prevalent, also a substantial association between pollutant from host rocks and groundwater supplies. The heavy metal index evaluation revealed a class "II" grade, indicating the presence of lead and iron oxide in modest quantities, although its presence is a cause for concern for the well-being of borehole water consumers.The statistics are quite close to the next class on the indexing chart, which is "slightly affected". Any small infiltration raises the stakes to the next level.

STUDI TATANAN TERITORIAL PADA RUANG HUNIAN PARA PENGRAJIN PERAK DI CELUK, SUKAWATI

This research explores the territorial transformation in the residential spaces of silver artisans in Celuk Village, Sukawati, Gianyar, Bali, an area undergoing changes amidst a decline in the number of traditional silver craftsmen. The study aims to understand how socio-economic dynamics and urbanization affect residential spaces and silver crafting practices. This research employs a territorial analysis approach to evaluate changes in demographics, economics, and migration patterns of artisans and to map how these factors interact with the traditional values and cultural identity of the artisan community. The study's findings are expected to provide strategic insights for the preservation efforts of silver craftsmanship in Celuk, highlighting the need for more inclusive and sustainable urban planning. This research also investigates the shift from traditional workshop spaces to commercial spaces, offering insights into how adaptations to market demands and economic trends impact the lives and work of the artisan community. These overall findings are crucial to supporting local government strategies and stakeholders in promoting the sustainability of the silver craft industry while preserving the rich cultural heritage of Celuk Village. The results reveal that most houses originally used as silver workshops have been repurposed into other businesses, such as general commercial enterprises and banks. This indicates significant economic diversification, with around 46.67% of the houses that were previously silver shops now converted to other uses. Economic factors, such as the declining demand for silver products, are the primary reasons for this change.

Curbing bureaucratic limitations through continuous learning in local government in South Africa

The local government in South Africa faces a dire scenario as it relentlessly fails to execute its legally mandated responsibilities of rendering essential goods and services. Despite various legal frameworks (The Municipal Systems Act 2000; The Municipal Finance Management Act (MFMA) 2003) and government interventions (The Batho Pele Principles 1997) to address the bureaucratic limitations, local government continues to transgress, resulting in many local municipalities receiving adverse audit outcomes from the Auditor General every year. Prior research on local government in South Africa has not extensively investigated the effects of continuous learning on mitigating bureaucratic limitations and promoting efficiency and effectiveness in municipal service delivery. This paper examines the role of learning organizations, guided by Pete Senge’s Model of Learning Organizations, in mitigating bureaucratic limitations within South African local governments. Using a qualitative case study approach, the research explores how continuous learning platforms can contribute to overcoming these limitations and enhancing municipal service delivery. A purposive sampling technique was employed to select 50 participants from 10 municipalities across six South African provinces, ensuring representation from various managerial levels within local governments. The study’s key findings reveal that if properly implemented, continuous learning frameworks can address critical issues such as administrative inefficiency and resistance to innovation, which are deeply embedded in bureaucratic structures. The findings also highlight that change management strategies, grounded in collaborative learning and shared vision, are essential for fostering an environment conducive to organizational transformation. However, the study identified significant challenges, including political interference, staff turnover, and cultural resistance, which limit the effectiveness of learning organizations. Based on these findings, the study recommends targeted interventions that promote leadership development, skills enhancement, and policy reform to create a sustainable culture of continuous learning in local government.

Local government capacity and response strategies to central policy piloting goals: a case study of China’s new-type urbanization plan

Testing future policies at the localities before implementing them at the national level is a tool frequently adopted by the Chinese government for verifying whether new national policies can work on a national basis or not. This article examines how local government capacity influences their response strategies to central policy piloting goals in the absence of fiscal transfers and resource allocation within China’s hierarchical system. Using China’s National New-Type Urbanization Plan, enacted in 2014, as a case study, we interviewed 55 governmental departments across nine localities in provinces H and J to bring to light the different policy instruments adopted and the factors influencing them. We discovered that varying combinations of local government capacity and implementing pressure led to distinct response strategies, including creative, symbolic, and distorted instruments. We argue that local governments with weaker capacities and higher implementing pressure are more likely to adopt distorted forms of policy innovation, which may ultimately undermine local governance. This research contributes to the understanding of how local governments in China navigate central policy pilots and uncovers the potential hidden costs of experimental governance under a hierarchal system.

Cooperation of territorial communities of ukraine and poland in conditions of war

This article is aimed at studying the current state and prospects for cooperation between territorial communities of Ukraine and Poland. Damage and losses from the full-scale invasion of the Russian Federation into Ukraine have caused the need to find additional resources for the normal functioning of local government. In such conditions, assistance from partner countries is extremely important. Local government can respond to the crisis faster, since it is smaller in scale than state institutions. In the conditions of a full-scale war, Ukrainian self-governments, as a rule, received support in the form of humanitarian aid. Poland is among the leaders in providing humanitarian aid. In particular, the Mazowieckie Voivodeship actively supports Ukrainian territorial communities. Currently, thematic programs have been launched to help implement EU policies in various areas. The process of convergence of the legislative bases of Ukraine and Europe has begun.

Reward Systems to Foster Sustainable Multi-Stakeholders Collective Action: Case in Organic Tea Farming in West Sumatra, Indonesia

Cooperatives have potential to strengthen communities and benefit their members. In developing countries, cooperatives are an important component of economic development plans in the fields of microfinance, agriculture, and fisheries. In agriculture, cooperatives ensure collective bargaining power, sustainable practices, and knowledge sharing. This can support small farmers to marketing their agricultural products globally. This research is motivated by the challenges in achieving sustainable multi-stakeholder collective action aimed at improving the welfare of organic tea farmers in West Sumatra, Indonesia. Specifically, the study seeks to identify a reward system that can promote sustainability within these cooperatives. Using a qualitative research approach and content analysis of in-depth interviews with 12 key informants, we develop a reward system design to foster sustainable collective action in the context of cooperatives, which has not been widely studied before. The research findings highlight the critical role of an appropriate reward system in creating an environment that supports sustainable collective action. This study emphasizes the importance of policy development that align with the interests of all stakeholders involved, as well as the necessity for effective coordination between cooperatives, local governments, and private companies. In addition, the research suggests that the further studies should focus on implementing this reward system on a larger scale and further testing its effectiveness in enhancing the sustainability of collective action through cooperatives.

Fund Allocation Between the Central and Local Government and Its Impact on the Local Public Service Delivery: The Case of Chittagong City Corporation, Bangladesh

This study examines how Central–local relations, mainly the financial control of the Central government, impact the local public service delivery of the local government institutions, particularly the city corporation in Bangladesh. The case study method has been employed to study the impact for which the semi-structured questionnaires for interviews were used mainly to collect qualitative data from one of the oldest city corporations in Bangladesh, Chittagong City Corporation (CCC). A total of 117 respondents were included from three diverse groups: elected representatives, government officials and citizens from the survey area. The study reveals that central–local relationships, particularly the Central government’s financial control, severely impact the CCC’s service delivery in five significant sectors: waste management, streetlighting, infrastructure construction and maintenance, education and health care services. This research concludes with some policy recommendations that will be helpful to the policymaking community not only in Bangladesh but also in other South Asian countries.

Decision support for evaluating performance and prioritizing rehabilitation of the water distribution network: a case study of Chelghoum-Laid, Mila City, Algeria

This research article explores the use of the Analytic Hierarchy Process (AHP) as a decision support tool for evaluating and rehabilitating the water distribution network in Mila City, Algeria. The study identifies key challenges, such as water loss, infrastructure deterioration, and inadequate service delivery. By employing AHP, the researchers systematically prioritize various performance indicators, including water quality, pressure, and operational efficiency. Data is gathered from field assessments and stakeholder interviews to develop a hierarchical model that reflects the network's critical factors. The findings demonstrate that AHP facilitates informed decision-making by allowing stakeholders to weigh different rehabilitation options effectively. The results indicate that targeted investments can significantly improve the system’s performance. The AHP method has revealed that the performance of the "network condition" criterion is around 36%, and the performance of the "customer complaint handling" criterion is 0.49, indicating that the network is in poor condition. On the other hand, the performance of the "physical-chemical quality of the distributed water" is approximately 80%. Overall, the performance of the distribution network is average at about 50%, suggesting the need for renovation to improve its efficiency and functionality. The study emphasizes the importance of integrating AHP into water management practices, suggesting that it can enhance the sustainability and reliability of water services in Mila City. The conclusions provide actionable recommendations for local authorities and utility managers to guide future rehabilitation efforts, contributing to improved water resource management in Algeria.

Evaluation of the Integrated Service and Referral System Program in Poverty Alleviation In Bantaeng Regency

This study aims to determine the supporting and inhibiting factors in the Implementation of the integrated service and referral system program for poverty alleviation in Bantaeng Regency. This study uses the Convergent Parallel Design approach, which combines qualitative and quantitative methods. Data sources were obtained through in-depth interviews, observations, and surveys of stakeholders and program beneficiaries. Data analysis techniques involve SWOT analysis to identify strengths, weaknesses, opportunities, and threats in program implementation. The results of the study indicate that supporting factors for program implementation include local government commitment and community support. Meanwhile, inhibiting factors include limited Human Resources at the implementing level and challenges in providing accurate and real-time data.

Framing Analysis of Road Damage News in Bengkulu Province on Media TribunBengkulu.com (Period October 2023-March 2024

The media, in constructing the reality of problems in the news, certainly has their own point of view. Media content is not a reflection of the reality of what is actually happening, but has been formed by the media itself with the background of the ideology and interests of the media concerned. This research aims to analyze how infrastructure damage in mass media news with an emphasis on aspects of public interest. Through the framing analysis approach, this research tries to examine the way the mass media frames the issue of road damage, including the causal factors, the impact felt by the community, and the proposed solutions. The research method used is a qualitative method to analyze news articles related to road damage in Bengkulu Province from the media source TribunBengkulu.com. Several news articles were analyzed to identify the framing patterns used by the media. The results showed that TribunBengkulu.com tends to highlight road damage in Bengkulu Province as a significant problem for people's daily lives, with an emphasis on the importance of immediate repairs and the responsibility of the local government. The implications of these findings are the need for framing that takes into account the interests of the public in presenting accurate and relevant information about road damage, as well as the importance of an honest and fair role of the media in building awareness and support.

An Analytical Desk Review of the Implementation of Fiscal Decentralisation in Zambia: Challenges and Opportunities

Fiscal decentralization, coupled with effective intergovernmental fiscal relations, stands as a cornerstone in the evolution of modern governance structures. This paper analyzes the implementation of fiscal decentralisation in Zambia as part of its initiatives across diverse socio-economic and political contexts for accelerated national development. The review was guided by three objectives which were: to review the existing legislation that supports implementation of fiscal decentralisation in Zambia; to assess the revenue and expenditure autonomy assignments of fiscal decentralisation in Zambia; and to recommend a fiscal transfer system to be used to enhance the implementation of fiscal decentralisation in Zambia. The study is based on secondary data on fiscal decentralization collected in official sources of Zambia’s Ministry of Finance and National Planning, Ministry of Local Government and Rural Development, and Cabinet Office – Decentralization Secretariat. All the data was processed by and used in the right format for the analysis of implementation of fiscal decentralization in Zambia. Through a combination of qualitative and quantitative methodologies, this study analysed the real level of fiscal decentralization made in Zambia. Key findings of the study was that Zambia does not have an institution to supervise fiscal decentralization except a desk at Cabinet Office – Decentralization Secretariat. Besides, Local authorities have little autonomy in administering revenues and expenses as such, one of them requires approval by the Minister of Local Government and Rural Development. This hampers innovation around revenue generation as there is no known parameter used to grant or deny approval. Additionally, some of the aspects of the Zambia Intergovernmental Fiscal Architecture have not been implemented thereby depriving local authorities of revenue. These include Matching grants, revenue sharing of tolls and Road Transport and Safety Agency (RATSA) fees which are supposed to be shared between Central Government and local authorities as road maintenance is a concurrent mandate and revenue sharing for national income collected by Central Government from local authority jurisdictions. Finally, the connection between the level of fiscal decentralization and the scheme of intergovernmental fiscal relations is very important, to ensure maximum effectiveness of local government financing. The quality of the distribution of funds provided by the scheme of intergovernmental fiscal relations and the level of fiscal decentralization has a direct relationship. Balancing these two mechanisms is the most important way to increase the quality of public services at the local level as a way of enhancing the implementation of the fiscal decentralization. Arising from the study’s finding, there is need for amendment and harmonization of legislation governing the devolution process and procedures in order to empower the designate entities to carry out their mandate without unnecessary cob-webs. The local authorities also need autonomy on revenue mobilization and expenditure which are devoid of central government interference and/or rent-seeking pursuits. Furthermore, there is need to balance the level of fiscal decentralization and the scheme of intergovernmental fiscal relations in order to improve the quality of funds distributed and the effectiveness and efficiency in local government financing.

Local government revenue mobilisation: assessing property rate management potential of peri-urban districts using geospatial technologies

Property rate is widely considered as the most significant and stable revenue source for local governments. However, it is fraught with challenges. These include the lack of geo-data on rateable properties and the manual approach towards revenue collection and monitoring. A mixed method approach was adopted to gather and analyse data from 15 local government officials and 5000 properties using interview guides and semi-structured questionnaires to assess the property rate capacity of a local government. Geospatial technology was applied to property rate management of the local government as a possible alternative. The study revealed that the geospatial technology-based property rate management system has the potential to generate more than 1000% of the property rate generated. It is proffered that local governments implement a GIS-based property rate management system to generate the needed revenue for local development.