A New City O/S: The Power of Open, Collaborative, and Distributed Governance (Brookings / Ash Center Series, "Innovative Governance in the 21st Century")

A New City O/S: The Power of Distributed Governance is a groundbreaking book that proposes an entirely new governance model for local government, designed to unleash innovation and restore trust in government.

This book offers a step-by-step guide for practitioners, providing real-life examples and lessons learned from successful cities around the world.

With a focus on distributed governance, the authors highlight how public officials can mobilize new resources, surface ideas from unconventional sources, and arm employees with the information they need to become pre-emptive problem solvers.

By implementing this model, local governments can create systemic transformation and restore trust in government.

This book is a must-read for public sector executives, managers, and frontline workers, as well as anyone interested in making cities work better for the people who need it most.