Publications Regarding decentralization
Articles
Giving Israeli Voters a Stronger Voice
Written By: Dr. Assaf Shapira
Israelis vote for party lists and only in elections for Knesset and local government. Adding a candidate-based component to Knesset elections and considering reforms that expand the number of elected institutions would improve Israel's democratic system.
“Nationalizing” Municipal Tax Runs Counter to Local Democracy and to OECD Recommendations
Written By: Dr. Ariel Finkelstein
The OECD recommends granting local authorities’ greater autonomy in setting local taxation. The program being pursued by the current government raises fears of central government taking control of the Arnona (municipal tax) Fund, as has happened in the past.
Can Israel’s Politicians Regain Israelis’ Trust?
Written By: Dr. Ariel Finkelstein
Reducing centralization and handing over political power to local authorities, might just might do the trick
Enough Talk about Decentralization – It’s Time for Action
Written By: Dr. Ariel Finkelstein
There has been much talk and little action about the need to delegate powers to the local authorities. Now is the time for actual be movement on the ground.
Local Government vs. Central Government
Dr. Aliza Block, mayor of Bet Shemesh:"The idea that a senior official sits in Jerusalem and knows how to decide for me which streets or stations to close is fundamentally wrong."
Local Authorities: An Issue of National Importance
Written By: Shmulik Nili
Who is addressing the problematic relationship between local and national government in Israel? Is anyone designing a a comprehensive reform program to solve some of the issues that are the result of a malfunctioning system of local governance? How, if at all, does the national media deal with this issue?
