Do we have new 'golden toilets'? €20,000 for a handrail, €26,300 for repairing a merry-go-round and benches
The Zagreb City Council is reportedly planning extravagant spending on municipal activities, prompting concerns from an independent architect over inflated costs.
Big Apple vs. Oranges: Why NYC pays more and gets far less than Florida
The article critiques the budget comparisons between New York City and Florida, highlighting the complexities of municipal funding and expenditures.
Politicians want to stop unnecessary work meetings: 'A waste of taxpayer money'
Umeå municipal politician Elmer Eriksson proposes implementing a cost for meetings to reduce wasteful spending of taxpayer money.
A march took place in downtown Quito opposing a proposed law
A peaceful march in Quito protested against a proposed law reforming the budget allocation for municipal spending in Ecuador.
Municipal Elections in Paris: Emmanuel Grégoire Promises 400 to 500 Million Euros in Savings Over Six Years
In the Paris municipal elections, candidate Emmanuel Grégoire vows to save between 400 and 500 million euros over his term by reducing city spending.
Senior revelers spend up to R$ 500 on costumes for carnival in PI: 'I feel free'
Elderly participants in the Carnival of the Elderly in Teresina, PI, are investing heavily in costumes, with some spending up to R$ 500 for the event organized by the municipal government.
The gap in municipal spending on social services: from 434 euros per inhabitant in Isla Cristina to 36 in Galapagar
A study reveals significant inequality in social spending among Spanish municipalities, noting that Isla Cristina spends 434 euros per inhabitant, while Galapagar spends only 36 euros, with many of the least investing municipalities located in Madrid.
How do municipalities with more than 3,500 inhabitants spend their money?
A statistical study reveals the budgetary choices made by municipalities with over 3,500 inhabitants for the year 2024 amid ongoing budget debates.