For one more week (until October 9), Vilnius residents can propose ideas that would allow them to feel better and enjoy their living environment after returning from work, on weekends or during vacations. As the deadline for submission of proposals approaches, last year's initiatives - football and fitness fields in Balsiai - have already been opened to the citizens of Vilnius.
In the pilot project "Participate!" implemented for the first time in 2021. "Vilnius" The community of Balsia of Verkių seniority proposed and voted for spaces for active leisure and sports. More than 30 thousand have been allocated to implement these ideas of the residents. of the precinct's budget for environmental improvement, almost another 14 thousand. the community itself contributed to the development of implemented projects.
"Vilnius is a better version of itself every day. I am glad that we have created a great tool for residents to grow and improve their beloved city together. The vowel community is a great example that residents can not only propose an idea, but also get involved in its implementation and improvement. I invite all citizens of Vilnius to take advantage of the unique opportunity to submit ideas for improving the environment and to enjoy the implementation of the chosen ones next year," Lina Koriznienė, Director of Vilnius Municipality Administration, invites you to take advantage of this opportunity.
One by one or by cooperating in like-minded groups, residents will be able to propose solutions to issues relevant to the community. Vilnius residents will be able to submit proposals for the "Greenery", "Small architecture", "Sports", "Recreation and leisure" categories.
According to Neringa Kleniauskienė, chairwoman of the Balsiai community, sometimes elders may have the wrong opinion about the needs of communities in residential areas, and this project allows residents to make decisions about changes in their environment.
"It is very important that residents decide for themselves what they want and what they need. The idea of football and training fields was determined by the need for leisure spaces, especially for children. You need to gather somewhere, communicate, and the football field is a great space to chat and release energy," the community chairman is happy with the successful ideas.
N. Klenauskienė reveals that the work does not end with the presentation of the idea. Then you need to attract like-minded people who support the proposal. Before voting, it is necessary to communicate to the community about an idea that is important to everyone, to invite them to vote - not necessarily only through social networks, but also through direct communication with neighbors.
"Participate!" Vilnius" is being held for the second time this year and already in all the wards of the capital. More than 300 will be allocated for the implementation of all ideas. euros - previously, these funds were planned by elders and elders, making annual plans.
Vilnius residents can submit ideas for improving the environment until October 9. on the platform http://dalyvauk.vilnius.lt. Residents will be able to vote for ideas recognized as suitable from November 16. Persons at least 16 years of age from a specific ward will be able to vote for a specific idea. Each voter will have the right to vote for the one idea he likes the most and in his opinion is the best. Each vote is counted only once.
Residents can familiarize themselves with all project dates, conditions, and specific amounts allocated to each ward at "Participate!" Vilnius".
