Environment analysis in the domain of communal sport activities

• Published in: Acta Universitatis Palackianae Olomucensis. Gymnica Vol. 34; no. 1; p. 31
• Main Authors: Dohnal, T, Skoumal, J, Herzanova, R, Hobza, V, Kotikova, H
• Format: Journal Article
• Language: English
• Published: 01.01.2004
• ISSN: 1212-1185

It is possible to state that the organisation and way of functioning of the State administration has gone and will be going through an incessant development process, which has responded and will be responding to the changes and needs of society. "The basic philosophy of local authorities, who are willing to build up new and well functioning organisation models, is their orientation towards 'public services'. It means that services offered by local authorities should be designed not only for people, but also in cooperation with them" (Welsh, 1994, 195). It is thus necessary for the municipality to stay in contact with its inhabitants and to evaluate their needs and attitudes. According to Welsh (1994), the task of local authorities is to analyse the impact of services offered to particular segments of the community, who should be served by the authorities. This analysis, which can be considered as an audit made for certain client groups, is, besides being other things, also a starting point for the elaboration of an overall municipality strategy. This analysis can be carried out by means of primary or secondary research. The present state of our society and developmental tendencies taken under consideration, it is clear that the existence of leisure activities systems will be a significant element in the decision-making processes of State employees at all levels of State (public) administration. The relationship between those who can influence outer forces and those who occupy positions in leisure-time organisations defines the dynamics of future development. The role of municipalities in the domain of public services cannot be replaced. That's why it is necessary to study the opinions and attitudes of employees responsible on a local scale. It is also important for the information transfer and communication to be carried out rapidly.