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    Considering Regional Government for Worcester Part II: Proposals for Comprehensive Regional Governance

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    April 3, 1995
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    Considering Regional Government for Worcester Part I: Interlocal Agreements

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    November 30, 1994
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    Selecting a City Manager: Facts and Procedures

    The Worcester city council is about to undertake one of its most important responsibilities: choosing a new chief executive for the City of Worcester. Worcester's Home Rule Charter provides for the City Manager to serve as the City's chief executive officer.

    May 28, 1993
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    Understanding the Proposed Charter

    What the proposed charter means to the City of Worcester.

    September 28, 1992
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    The Superintendent and Principal Selection Process: Planning Future Leadership in the Worcester Public Schools

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    October 25, 1991
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    Understanding the City Charter Question

    On November 5, 1991, Worcester voters were asked the following non-binding question: "Do you support a change in the charter of city government to provide for an elected strong mayor in place of the city manager?"

    October 25, 1991
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    The City Manager Evaluation Process: A Comparative Study

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    October 4, 1991
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    The Promises of the Worcester/Framingham Line

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    Worcester’s Municipal Election: 2025 Results

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    Bureau Brief – WPS Strategic Plan Evaluation

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