By Gabriel Rom
Councilwoman Karen Koslowitz (D-Forest Hills) is once again gearing up for Participatory Budgeting in her district, composed of Forest Hills, Kew Gardens, Rego Park and parts of Richmond Hill.
Over the course of the next few weeks community members will attend a number of preliminary participatory budget meetings to discuss local needs and which issues ought to get funding for the 2016-2017 fiscal year. Up to $1 million will be allocated in the district.
In 2015, Koslowitz’ first year of participatory budgeting, more than 1,300 residents took part in the process and $1 million was allocated. In the 2015 process, the community voted to fund security cameras; “On the Go! Real-time“ subway information kiosks; and electrical upgrades to provide air-conditioning systems in three schools. These winning projects will be implemented later this year.
Specific dates for the public assemblies will be released in the coming weeks. For futher information, Alex Anderson at Council Member Koslowitz’ office can be reached at at 718-544-8800 or aland
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