Elam, Allen
Interviewer:
Staiger, Charles
Transcription available:
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Series:
City of Louisville and Politics
Interview Number(s):
__196
__197
Summary:
Mr. Elam was the Executive Assistant to Mayor Sloane. He notes that the idea for reorganization was conceived within the first year of the administration, with the aim of improving city government efficiency. The concept of a cabinet structure was adopted, although the term 'cabinet' was chosen for its simplicity and understandability. The reorganization was also influenced by changes in federal funding and the need to utilize strong individuals within the city government more effectively. There was a proposal for a dual executive assistant to the mayor, but it was rejected in favor of a single executive assistant. The reorganization aimed to make independent city commissions and joint city-county agencies more accountable to City Hall. Elam emphasized the importance of interdepartmental cooperation and effective resource allocation in delivering public services.
Topic(s):
Louisville (Ky.)--Politics and government, Municipal government--Kentucky--Louisville, Sloane, Harvey I., 1936-
