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Having been "backstage" at Disney to dive in the aquarium in Epcot, I can tell you it's not just the streets, it's everything, even things most people will never see. It's a part of the Disney culture. Railings are repainted, flowerbeds are maintained, and many other things, every night so that they always appear neat and clean. There are very few maintenance issues that are visible or perceivable to guests.

There is no way that the counties will be able to maintain the same level of service to Disney if they take over all the services. They don't have the money, the will, or the culture to do so, nor should they (probably).