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Forty-Second Annual Report

Year: 1956

Summary: A summary of the work done by the Bureau of Municipal Research for the year ending 1956. Topics of importance include emergency housing, the city budget, and taxation. Bureau expenditures and subscribers at the end.

City Budget Story No. 4 - The City As School Master

Year: 1921

Summary: Statistics on education expenditures in Toronto; this bulletin argues economy with efficiency is essential in the public education department.

BMR In Review

Year: 1978

Summary: Listing of recently published studies, research in progress, and upcoming Bureau of Municipal Research events. Sample research topics include the teaching of local government in schools, community impacts of school closings, rent review, metropolitan government, the island airport, libraries, and changing the planning act.

Here Is Food For Thought

Year: 1914

Summary: Examines expenditure on Education in Toronto, with relevant recommendations and their implications.

An Analysis Of Toronto's Budget For 1916

Year: 1916

Summary: A summary of city of Toronto budget expenditures for 1915 with estimates for the 1916 budget - includes information on expenditures, city revenue and debt, and includes a breakdown of average taxes paid by Toronto citizens. The publication aims to encourage taxpayer and citizen engagement with budgetary concerns, and attempts to educate the reader on how departments estimate their costs from year to year.

The Original Estimates Of Last Year's Board Of Education Are Said To Have Provided For An Expenditure In 1921 Equivalent To 10 1/4 Mills On The Assessment. The Actual Adopted Was 10 Mills

Year: 1922

Summary: Highlights the need for better coordination and budget planning between the different functions in the municipality.

Open Letter: Responsibility For Capital Borrowing

Year: 1952

Summary: Examines capital borrowing, the controls on it and the uses for such funding.

Some Facts About Our Schools In 1913

Year: 1915

Summary: An overview of the issues and challenges faced by Toronto public schools, including drop-out rates, rates of grade repetition, facilities, curricula and student health. Proposes solutions to make public schools run more efficiently and to improve conditions for students. Meant to encourage taxpayers to keep on top of local boards of education, and to exert pressure if it seems standards have loosened.

Directory Of The Metropolitan And City Government 1973-74

Year: 1974

Summary: A reference guide listing the contact information for the mayor, city council, and various municipal boards and services. Also lists contact information for metro Toronto, suburban representatives, children's aid, and relevant provincial organizations

Business Is Business Story No.3

Year: 1930

Summary: Suggested organization for the city of Toronto administrative units as a means to secure better results from municipal expenditure and citizen effort

Second Annual Report Of The Toronto Bureau Of Municipal Research

Year: 1916

Summary: A summary of work done by the Bureau of Municipal Research for the year ending 1916. Work included analysis of the city budget, establishing a bureau reference library, surveying street cleaning and garbage disposal, inquiries into school admission, and a study on the living wage. Civic government and community achievements noted. Future goals are outlined. Bureau expenditures and subscribers at end.

1938 Civic Budget Story No.1

Year: 1938

Summary: Provides an overview of the civic budget for 1938, including expenditures and the tax rate. The Bureau notes that the 1938 tax rate is the highest on record, probably owing to the costs of direct unemployment relief. The Bureau recommends that the city administration be studied by an outside party, to revise the size of the city council, to abolish or equalize the ward systems, and to increase term limits for city councillors.

Toronto At A Glance 1932

Year: 1932

Summary: A reference guide to Toronto. Details local government, municipal services and community activities. Meant to inform local residents, as well as attract visitors and industry to the city of Toronto.

Directory Of Municipal Governments 1967

Year: 1967

Summary: A reference guide listing the contact information for the mayor, city council, and various municipal boards and services. Also lists contact information for metro Toronto and suburban representatives.

A Twelve Hour Working Day For School Buildings 300 Days In The Year Story No.2

Year: 1921

Summary: Suggests that schools and school grounds be used more efficiently to meet community needs, such as the need for integration of new immigrants from Central and Southern Europe - both children and parents.

School Accounts

Year: 1916

Summary: Summary of recommendations on school accounting made by the City Auditor.

School Story No. 6

Year: 1916

Summary: Comparison of repeated grades and children above standard age in Montreal and Toronto schools and how the education system should cater to children with special needs.

If Accounts Are Worth Keeping, They Are Worth Keeping Well

Year: 1916

Summary: Accurate accounting practices will provide a basis for effective vigilance in public schools. Based on the City Auditor's Report on Public School Accounting.

The Teaching Of Local Government In Our Schools

Year: 1975

Summary: Discussion of civics studies in the school system and their insufficient treatment of the issue of local government.

Directory Of The Metropolitan And City Government 1961

Year: 1961

Summary: A reference guide listing the contact information for the mayor, city council, and various municipal boards and services. Also lists contact information for metro Toronto representatives. 1961 guide also includes a list of Association of Women Electors contact information, and city council seating plan.

The Citizen And The City's Business

Year: 1915

Summary: A pamphlet outlining Bureau of Municipal Research city policy goals, including: the adoption of budget estimates early in the year, installation of modern accounting practices in city departments, and the improvement of living conditions in health, safety, education and recreation

The News Media And Local Government

Year: 1976

Summary: Examines the news media in Metro Toronto, and the extent to which it serves the public and influences decision-makers on municipal matters.

Proceedings Governmental Research Association Conference

Year: 1979

Summary: Summarizes topics covered at the 64th Annual Conference of the Governmental Research Association (an umbrella organization of research agencies). The conference focused on sharing information between Canada and the United States.

Civic Financial Control Story No.4

Year: 1929

Summary: Highlights the results of the operation of regular civic and educational services, the operation of muncipally owned public services not controlled by boards and commissions, and the operation of public services controlled by boards and commissions.

School Vandalism: An Emerging Concern

Year: 1977

Summary: School vandalism should be dealt with through standardized definitions and damage reports, increased awareness of social and financial costs, and allayed fears of police involvement.

Business Is Business Story No. 2

Year: 1929

Summary: A detailed description of the organizational structure of the municipal government. Highlights the need for city planning and centralized purchasing for better efficiency.

The News Media And The Metro Toronto Teachers' Strike

Year: 1976

Summary: A study of the media coverage of Toronto high school teachers' 2-month long strike and it's role in shaping and reflecting public opinion and influencing the outcome of the strike.

Toronto At A Glance 1930

Year: 1930

Summary: A reference guide to Toronto. Details local government, municipal services and community activities. Meant to inform local residents, as well as attract visitors and industry to the city of Toronto.

The Bureau Of Municipal Research: An Opportunity For Practical Citizenship

Year: 1919

Summary: An outline of the Bureau of Municipal Research's mandate, mission statement, list of publications, long-term goals, and accolades from publication subscribers.

Are All Children Alike?

Year: 1915

Summary: Attack on children with special needs and the fact that public education is wasted on them and on the need to repeat school years.

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