The winning ideas are in! Residents from every neighbourhood in London participated in the City of London’s 2023 Neighbourhood Decision Making program. Through this year’s program, Londoners cast 12,229 votes to decide what neighbourhood projects will receive funding to be brought to life. This year’s program saw a 23% increase in votes compared to the 2022 program. Votes were cast online, in-person and over the phone from November 13 to 18.
A total of $250,000 in funding was available from the City’s 2023 program. London was divided into five geographic areas as part of the voting process, and each of these areas will receive up to $50,000 for projects to help make the city’s many great neighbourhoods even better. Individual projects will receive up to $30,000 to be implemented.
“City staff are excited to work with residents to bring the winning ideas to life over the next year, including new ways to enjoy the outdoors, play and build social connection throughout London.” says Jennifer Martino, Manager, Neighbourhood Development & Support, “Thank you to every Londoner who submitted an idea, big or small, and to voters for supporting their neighbours.”
Winning projects
Central:
- Outdoor Exercise Equipment in Gibbons Park: $30,000
- Dog Accessible Water Fountain in Victoria Park: $20,000
Northwest:
- Boardwalk Installation and Trail Signs in Medway Environmentally Significant Area: $30,000
- Tree Planting at St. Nicholas Catholic School: $5,000
- Picnic Tables in Sherwood Forest Park: $13,000
- London's Free Fruit: Creating a Culture of Sharing at St. Aidan's Church: $2,000
Northeast:
- Outdoor Naturalized Play Space at Northbrae Public School: $30,000
- Outdoor Naturalized Play Space at Louise Arbour French Immersion Public School: $20,000
Southwest:
- Upgrades for Talbot Village Community Outdoor Ice Rink: $2,000
- London's Free Fruit: Creating a Culture of Sharing in Grand View Park: $5,000
- Outdoor Movie Equipment in Byron: $15,600
- Half Basketball Court in Jesse Davison Park: $27,400
Southeast:
- Benches and Picnic Tables at East Lions Park: $15,000
- Water Bottle Refill Station in Kiwanis Park: $30,000
- Commemorative Buddy Benches at Princess Anne French Immersion: $5,000
Earlier this year, Londoners were invited to submit ideas to improve their neighbourhoods from August 21 to September 29. A total of 326 ideas were submitted by residents and neighbourhood associations. 110 ideas made it onto the ballot after they were reviewed by City staff. All 15 winning projects will be implemented by the end of 2024.
Londoners can view the 2023 voting results here.
Neighbourhood Decision Making is a key component in engaging Londoners to have a sense of belonging in their neighbourhoods and community as outlined in the City of London’s Strategic Plan.
Members of the media who wish to speak to this year’s Neighbourhood Decision Making winners can contact media@london.ca for more details.