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Preface In 1994, the South Korean central government initiated a massive merger of city and county governments, and during the next two years, a total of 40 consolidated cities were established. Following the city-county consolidations, there has been significant debate regarding whether the local mergers achieved the desired effect. This study seeks to determine whether the technical efficiency of the consolidated governments improved following the mergers, whether their financial status improved, and whether the disparities between the urban and rural areas were reduced. The research findings reveal that the South Korean city-county consolidations did not lead to an increase in the technical efficiency of consolidated government, they did not result in governmental savings or improved fiscal capacity, and they did not reduce the disparity between the urban and rural areas. Based on these findings, the study concludes that the city-county consolidations in South Korea seem to have been unsuccessful. The author would like to express thanks and gratitude to those who were instrumental in assisting with this research study. I am especially indebted to Dr. Cynthia Bowling. She was always available on short notice, providing invaluable assistance, insight and guidance during all phases of the research. I have been blessed with a wonderful family, friends, and colleagues who have provided both encouragement and support. Thank you to all. At an early age, my grandfather, Youngjo Min, provided the motivation for academic excellence. My grandmother, Bunnam Na, sacrificed her precious youth to care me in my early years. My father, Ilsik Min, has provided the solid foundation for our family through the years. I attribute my success to my mother, Youngjo Hur, and I am grateful for her unwavering devotion to my family. My mother-in-law, Okryun Choi, has always complimented my abililities and encouraged me to be positive and grounded. My daughter, Sara Curie Min, and my son, Hyeonkyu Min, were always understanding during the entire academic endeavor when I had little time for play. I am also most thankful for the assistance and encouragement provided by Dr. Joe B. Davis, and his wife, Sheila. They were like my U.S. parents, and both served as role models for my family. Finally, my wife and best friend, Suyoung Sim, has provided abundant support and encouragement, and has helped me to overcome many obstacles in life. Thank you for your unwavering love, patience, encouragement, and understanding.
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