Voting for participatory budgeting begins on March 30

Participatory budgeting results released in 2017.

From March 30 to April 7, residents ages 11 and up in Council District 33 can vote for their favorite projects to be funded by Councilman Stephen Levin.

Every year, the councilman allocates at least $1 million to these projects. Neighborhood volunteers assemble and come up with their own capital projects, such as improvements to schools, parks and libraries.

Here are the nine final projects that will be on the ballot:

  • New Laptop Carts for Middle School ($200,000)
    • Location: Dock Street School, DUMBO
    • Description: Help purchase six new laptop carts for grades 6-8, STEAM oriented technology
  • New Smart Boards for PS 31 ($225,000)
    • Location: PS 31, Greenpoint
    • Description: Provide state of the art smart boards to upgrade the educational opportunities for these elementary school students.
  • A/V Upgrades at PS 307 ($300,000)
    • Location: PS 307, Vinegar Hill
    • Description: Give a much needed upgrade to this community used auditorium with new audio and visual equipment.
  • Make STEAM ($350,000)
    • Location: Automotive High School, Greenpoint
    • Description: Increase creativity and opportunity for public school students by infusing the curriculum with cutting-edge skills and tools.
  • Weight Room Renovations ($500,000)
    • Location: Van Arsdale High School Campus, Williamsburg
    • Description: Provide a safe, clean and new weight room for over 1,800 students to get physically fit.
  • Renovated Library for Better Learning ($250,000)
    • Location: IS 318, Broadway Triangle
    • Description: Make a better library for students to enjoy reading and studying. New shelves and desks.
  • Renovate Bathrooms for Elementary School ($400,000)
    • Location: PS 38 The Pacific School, Boerum Hill
    • Description: Renovate four bathrooms, two girls and two boys, to provide clean and sanitary facilities.
  • Vinegar Hill Community Garden Enhancements ($300,000)
    • Location: 199 York Street, Vinegar Hill
    • Description: Add water and electrical supply to this popular garden to make the growing easier and more productive for all.
  • Safety First around PS 380 ($300,000)
    • Location: PS 380, South Williamsburg
    • Description: Provide shorter and safer crossings at four intersections: Wallabout Street, Lynch Street, Lorimer Street and Union Street.

You can physically vote in these following locations:

  • Levin’s District Office, 410 Atlantic Avenue
    • Monday, April 1 to Friday, April 5
    • 10 a.m. to 5 p.m.
  • Domino Park, South 5th Street and Grand Street
    • Monday, April 1 to Saturday, April 6
    • 4 p.m. to 6 p.m.
  • Kingsland Wildflower Center, 520 Kingsland Avenue
    • Sunday, April 7
    • 12 p.m. to 4 p.m.
  • McCarren Park Farmers Market, McCarren Park
    • Saturday, March 30 to Saturday, April 6
    • 9 a.m. to 1 p.m.
  • McGolrick Park, Russell Street and Nassau Avenue
    • Sunday, March 31 to Sunday, April 7
    • 10 a.m. to 1 p.m.
  • PS 31, 75 Meserole Avenue
    • Monday, April 1 to Friday, April 5
    • 7:30 a.m. to 8:30 a.m., and 2 p.m. to 3:15 p.m.
  • Warren Street Houses, 572 Warren Street
    • Saturday, March 30; Sunday, March 31; Saturday, April 6; Sunday, April 7
    • 2 p.m. to 6 p.m.

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