City-county consolidations, the merger of city and county governments into a single jurisdiction, have been popular during the past thirty years. To date, more than 120 cities and counties have consolidated.

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City-county consolidations, the merger of city and county governments into a single jurisdiction, have been popular during the past thirty years. To date, more than 120 cities and counties have consolidated.

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While city-county consolidations have been considered and occasionally implemented in the United States, the number that have successfully merged into a single jurisdiction is much smaller than 120. These consolidations are relatively rare and challenging to achieve due to various political, legal, and community concerns.

City-County Consolidations, the Merger of City and County Governments into a Single