Interaction between local self-governments and the public

At present, interaction between municipal authorities and local communities is spontaneous. At the same time, quite close “contacts” of interests between society and the State may be observed exactly at the local level. Therefore, at the present stage a sound system of research-based measures shall be especially relevant for improving this interaction. The paper presented the outcomes of Tyumen city public opinion poll that has shown the specifics of interaction between local self-government bodies and the public and their efficiency.