Profiling the Positions
Positive First Impressions
Words makes a difference. In fact, even those who are against government consolidation associate a positive meaning to the term shared services. Notable proportions of people who oppose consolidation for their local government have a positive impression of the terms government consolidation, merged services, and regionalism. Proponents and opponents alike describe the idea of dissolving local government negatively.
Related Findings
Is it Worth It?
A majority of those both for and against consolidation have heard a little or nothing at all about consolidating local governments within NYS.
Reasons for Support
Most proponents and opponents of consolidation are more likely to consider it if it results in improved quality of services or lower property taxes.
