This study applies stated-preference methods to estimate the public good values of preservation and restoration of a local historic landmark in a medium-sized US city. The survey device centres on a referendum-style dichotomous-choice question regarding city participation in a restoration...

Thirty-two of the 40 states with broad-based income taxes are now using voluntary Abstract check-offs on their tax returns as a way of soliciting contributions for nongame wildlife programs and other activities. This study uses both individual and aggregate data to examine the factors that...