PB29th Ward

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Process phases

1. 1
   07-01-2021 - 08-03-2021

   Idea collection phase

   Residents are invited to share ideas and potential projects that could be implemented within the ward. Residents are also encouraged to volunteer to help take these ideas and turn them into full project proposals for the ballot.

2. 2
   08-04-2021 - 09-30-2021

   Proposal Development

   Volunteers, called community representatives, co-create full project proposals for the ballot by:

   • Narrowing down the initial list of ideas based on if the idea is eligible (infrastructure on public land) and feasible 
   • Research project details and learn more about the specifics of what the community needs
   • Work with ward staff and city agency staff to determine costs and additional project details
3. 3
   10-18-2021 - 11-18-2021

   Voting

   Anyone who lives in the ward and is 14 years of age or older can vote. 

4. 4
   11-22-2021 - 12-17-2021

   Presentation of Winning Projects

   Votes are tallied up and the projects with the most votes win. The projects with the most votes will be slated to be funded until the available funds expire. 

5. 5
   01-03-2022 - 11-30-2022

   Project Implementation

   In accordance with the City’s usual process of procurement, the winning projects are submitted to the Office of Budget Management to be implemented. In order to uphold the values of transparency and accountability, ward staff regularly update the community on the project implementation process.