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(d) the cost of administration;
(e) the views of the communities affected;
(f) the objects of devolution of government; and
(g) geographical features.
Part 5—Relationships Between Governments
189. (1) Government at either level shall—
(a) perform its functions, and exercise its powers, in a manner
that respects the functional and institutional integrity of
government at the other level, and respects the constitutional
status and institutions of government at the other level and,
in the case of county government, within the county level;
Cooperation between
national and county
governments.
(b) assist, support and consult and, as appropriate, implement
the legislation of the other level of government; and
(c) liaise with government at the other level for the purpose
of exchanging information, coordinating policies and
administration and enhancing capacity.
(2) Government at each level, and different governments at the
county level, shall co-operate in the performance of functions and
exercise of powers and, for that purpose, may set up joint committees
and joint authorities.
(3) In any dispute between governments, the governments shall
make every reasonable effort to settle the dispute, including by means
of procedures provided under national legislation.
(4) National legislation shall provide procedures for settling intergovernmental disputes by alternative dispute resolution mechanisms,
including negotiation, mediation and arbitration.
190. (1) Parliament shall by legislation ensure that county Support for county
governments have adequate support to enable them to perform their governments.
functions.
(2) County governments shall operate financial management
systems that comply with any requirements prescribed by national
legislation.