The authors recommend school choice. The cost of local public bus services in NY has been increasing. Mandatory competitive contracting is recommended costs savings. Privatization in infrastructure is appealing because it provides new capital, can be built more rapidly and efficiently, and brings in new sources of tax revenue. Compared with other communities, NY uses contracts or franchises much less in solid waste collection.
Competitive bidding is necessary to ensure gains from privatization.
New Yorkers are suffering from a shortage of decent, affordable housing. Housing vouchers are recommended as the most cost-effective form of housing subsidy. NY is the only state with government-operated betting parlors. It is best handled by private business. Off-tract betting should be sold at auction to the highest bidder.