State urban enterprise zones: origin, policy context, and administrative constraints

This article examines the origins of state enterprise zone policies. Further, the range of state enterprise zones are reviewed, drawing out patterns and generalizations of implementing this type of revitalization policy. As part of this analysis President Reagan urban policy is analyzed as to its ef...

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Published in:International journal of public administration 1989-01, Vol.12 (1), p.19-44
Main Author: Riposa, Gerry
Format: Article
Language:English
Subjects:
Economic development
Economic policy
Enterprise zones
Implications
Public administration
State
Urban development
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Summary:This article examines the origins of state enterprise zone policies. Further, the range of state enterprise zones are reviewed, drawing out patterns and generalizations of implementing this type of revitalization policy. As part of this analysis President Reagan urban policy is analyzed as to its effect on state programs. Lastly, the article analyzes three important obstacles - labor, incentives, and politics - that state and local administrators must negotiate to successfully implement the enterprise zone policy.
ISSN:0190-0692
1532-4265
DOI:10.1080/01900698908524615