Last Chance: Vote in Participatory Budgeting

Relevance: 5/10

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Summary

The 47th Ward Alderman Alondra reminds residents that today is the final day to vote in the ward’s Participatory Budgeting process, which allocates $200K to community‑chosen projects such as accessibility upgrades at Welles Park Playground, new fitness equipment at Clark Park, a music‑themed crosswalk outside Old Town School of Folk Music, and a flashing pedestrian signal at Western and Byron. Residents aged 14 or older who live in or attend school in the 47th Ward are eligible to vote. The ballot is available online for casting votes.

Email from 47th Ward Alderman

Neighbor,

Today is the final day to vote in the 47th Ward Participatory Budgeting process! Each year, we invite you to help decide how to invest $200K in infrastructure funds.

These projects are proposed and developed by our Youth Council, made-up of 8th-12th graders. This year's ballot includes:

Accessibility improvements at the Welles Park Playground
New fitness equipment at Clark Park
A music-themed crosswalk outside Old Town School of Folk Music
A flashing pedestrian signal at Western and Byron

If you're 14 years or older and live in - or go attend school in - the 47th Ward, you're eligible to vote. View the ballot, and cast your vote today!

Best,

Alondra