Annexation is a method of city growth in which parcels or developments are added to municipal borders by city officials and staff. It's usually a disaster for a city's finances. But there are a few (very rare) cases where it might be advantageous.
Read MoreCities aren’t exempt from the iron laws of accounting: if you’re spending more than you make, eventually you’ll be underwater.
Read MoreConventional approaches to annexation — and even annexation reform — have failed to create stronger cities and towns. Here’s a modest proposal for a better way.
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