Frequently Asked Questions about Landscape Irrigation for Florida-Friendly Landscaping Ordinances by Michael D. Dukes, Laurie E. Trenholm, Ed Gilman, Chris Martinez, John L. Cisar, Thomas H. Yeager

“…Yeager, was created to help guide local government officials in developing local regulations based on science. …”
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Contaminants in the Urban Environment: Microplastics by Maia McGuire, Yun-Ya Yang, Ignacio A. Rodriguez-Jorquera, Gurpal S. Toor, Alexander J. Reisinger

“…This series is intended to give state and local government officials, soil and water scientists, consulting engineers, Extension agents, and citizens (1) a basic understanding of the occurrence, toxic effects and source of various contaminants in the environment and (2) provide guidance on ways to protect human and environmental health. …”
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Permeable Pavement Systems: Technical Considerations by Eban Bean, Mark Clark, Barbra C, Larson

“…This new 8-page document provides technical details of permeable pavement systems, such as application, system elements, design, installation, operation, maintenance, crediting, and costs, in order to inform planners, engineers, landscape architects, local government officials, and other professionals in the built environment about the considerations for implementing and maintaining permeable pavements. …”
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Operationalization of the Decentralized Policy Framework in Uganda: An Examination of the Key Milestones and Challenges. by Mugavu, George, Mucunguzi, Abel

“…This is attributed to a well streamlined governance structure with connected checks and balances in case of any breach of the rules of procedure of implementation on providing services by a particular individual or individuals working or acting in a particular local government office. Of course there are governance challenges notably corruption, bribery and embezzlement of funds, political pressures and patronage all of which deter local governments from achieving their set goals and objectives. …”
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Contaminants in the Urban Environment: Microplastics by Maia McGuire, Yun-Ya Yang, Ignacio A. Rodriguez-Jorquera, Gurpal S. Toor, Alexander J. Reisinger

“…This series is intended to give state and local government officials, soil and water scientists, consulting engineers, Extension agents, and citizens (1) a basic understanding of the occurrence, toxic effects and source of various contaminants in the environment and (2) provide guidance on ways to protect human and environmental health. …”
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The Right to Manage Emergent Land on the Riverbank by Latifah Amir, Helmi Helmi, Arrie Budhiartie, Eko Nuriyatman

“…This article examines the legality of land tenure under Indonesian law and the rights to manage land emerging along the Batanghari riverbanks, aiming to advise the local government on the crucial need for legal recognition of these rights. …”
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WOMEN SELF-HELP GROUPS IN Community DEVELOPMENT IN CENTRAL SENATORIAL DISTRICT OF CROSS RIVER STATE by LAZARUS BASSEY ABONOR, AUGUSTINE EZE BASSEY, BRIAN OBUE EYANG

“…On that note, the main data wascollected through field survey in the Local Government Areas in the Central Senatorial District oftheState. …”
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Contaminants in the Urban Environment: Pharmaceuticals and Personal Care Products (PPCPs)—Part 2 by Yun-Ya Yang, Gurpal S. Toor

“…This series is intended to give state and local government officials, soil scientists, consulting engineers, extension agents, and citizens (1) a basic understanding of the occurrence, toxic effects, and source of various contaminants in the environment and (2) guidance on ways to protect human and environmental health. …”
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Contaminants in the Urban Environment: Pharmaceuticals and Personal Care Products (PPCPs)—Part 2 by Yun-Ya Yang, Gurpal S. Toor

“…This series is intended to give state and local government officials, soil scientists, consulting engineers, extension agents, and citizens (1) a basic understanding of the occurrence, toxic effects, and source of various contaminants in the environment and (2) guidance on ways to protect human and environmental health. …”
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Contaminants in the Urban Environment: Pharmaceuticals and Personal Care Products (PPCPs)—Part 1 by Yun-Ya Yang, Gurpal S. Toor

“…This series is intended to give state and local government officials, soil scientists, consulting engineers, extension agents, and citizens (1) a basic understanding of the occurrence, toxic effects, and source of various contaminants in the environment and (2) guidance on ways to protect human and environmental health. …”
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Factors that Play a Role in Community Participation in Creating Healthy Alleys in Makassar City by Adhe Yuniar Batari Lipu

“…The research results found that the factors that play the most role in community participation are the will/awareness and leadership of the local government. Thus, Community Health Center health workers responsible as health tunnel supervisors must guide the form of Communication, Information, and Education (KIE) to the community to increase community participation in the Healthy Aisle program.…”
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Contaminants in the Urban Environment: Pharmaceuticals and Personal Care Products (PPCPs)—Part 1 by Yun-Ya Yang, Gurpal S. Toor

“…This series is intended to give state and local government officials, soil scientists, consulting engineers, extension agents, and citizens (1) a basic understanding of the occurrence, toxic effects, and source of various contaminants in the environment and (2) guidance on ways to protect human and environmental health. …”
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Principals' intellectual stimulation and teachers’ job satisfaction in public secondary schools by Olaolu Paul Akinnubi, Moses Adeleke Adeoye

“…A random sampling technique was used to select 352 teachers from 30 public secondary schools in nine local government areas in Oyo State, Nigeria. The findings indicate that teachers who perceived their principals as intellectually stimulating reported higher job satisfaction. …”
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Importance-performance analysis of tourist perceptions on security services and safety facilities in Nusa Penida, Indonesia by Wahyuni Siska Dwi, Rahman Ari, Suhardono Sapta

“…The results provide actionable insights for tourism operators and local government agencies to refine safety protocols and improve the effectiveness of safety measures, thereby enhancing the destination’s appeal and ensuring a safer experience for all visitors.…”
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TECHNICAL EDUCATION AS A PANACEA FOR CURBING BANDITRY AND SECURITY CHALLENGES IN NORTHWEST NIGERIA by CALEB BEM APINEAN, BENJAMIN K.K ANGO

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ETHNIC POLITICS AND SUSTAINABLE DEMOCRACY IN NIGERIA by UKWU FELIX EMEKA

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Gender Inequality and household production in Kanungu District-Uganda. by Ronnah, Owembabazi

“…The methodological approach included both qualitative and quantitative approaches in describing and analysing the data into information as to discern on gender inequality and household production.Samplesize of 395 respondents for community and local government leaders was determined mathematically through use of slovenes formula.In order to analyze the data, all questionnaires were collected and responses to each of them in the questionnaires by subject were coded, edited and tabulated, data was calculated in percentage. …”
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EFFECTS OF COVID-19 LOCKDOWN ON URBAN FAMILY LIFE IN MARARABA SUBURB OF NASARAWA STATE, NIGERIA by Ambrose W. Ogidi, Philip Orlaade Abughul Orlaade Abughul, Mohammed Ayuba Oche Oche

“…In the context of the Coronavirus as a public health pandemic, this study examined the effects of the Coronavirus on urban family life in the Mararaba suburb, in Karu Local Government Area of Nasarawa State. The study was exploratory and adopted the ethnographic thematic approach in the analysis of findings. …”
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LEADERSHIP AND THE CHALLENGES OF NATIONHOOD IN NIGERIA by Suleiman Umar Adeiza, Ocheni Mercy Mabe

“…The paper however, recommends that there is urgent need for Nigerians irrespective of status, to reflect back on the visions, values and aspirations of Nigerian's founding fathers, particularly on the areas of good governance, formulation and implementation of people-oriented policies and programmes through good leadership and the government should urgently establish leadership training centers at the 774 local government areas across the country. These leadership training institutes should serve as platforms for those wishing to occupy elective positions at local, state and national levels in Nigeria. …”
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Ownership structure, risk taking, and financial stability of conventional rural banks: evidence from Indonesia by Muhamad Umar Mai, Sudradjat, Etti Ernita Sembiring

“…In contrast, institutional ownership encourages excessive risk-taking, while local government ownership reduces financial stability. …”
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