Chicago's Participatory Budgeting

Chicago's Participatory Budgeting is a democratic process that allows residents to directly decide how to allocate a portion of the city’s budget. Community members propose projects, like park improvements or street repairs, and then vote on which projects they want funded. This process empowers residents to have a say in local spending, ensuring that city resources reflect community priorities. It promotes transparency, civic engagement, and equitable distribution of funds, giving residents a meaningful role in shaping their neighborhood's development and public services.