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2018 Winning Projects
Neighbourhood Decision Making Ideas Announced
The results are in! Residents from every neighbourhood of the city have participated in London’s city-wide 2018 Neighbourhood Decision Making (NDM) program. More than 7,100 Londoners helped decide what neighbourhood enhancement projects will be funded by voting online (5,680) or at their local library branch (1,434) on Saturday, June 16.
“The Neighbourhood Decision Making program is such a great way for Londoners to decide on what type of investment they’d like in their own community,” said Mayor Matt Brown. “It’s amazing to see the creativity and passion behind the projects. Thank you to all those who submitted ideas and voted.”
A total of $250,000 was available, with the city divided into five geographic areas, each area receiving $50,000 for projects to help make London’s many great neighbourhoods even better.
| Winning Projects | Neighbourhood | Funding |
| Northwest London | ||
| Ninja Student Drop Zone | Medway | $15,000 |
| Nature Sanctuary in Hyde Park | Hyde Park | $30,000 |
| Bat Boxes in Masonville | Masonville | $1,000 |
| Accessible Toddler Playground in North West London (Shade Trees only) | Sunningdale | $4,000 |
| Northeast London | ||
| Cedar Hollow Public School Outdoor Classroom and Natural Play Space | Fanshawe | $50,000 |
| Central London | ||
| Reimagine Waste | Central London | $8,000 |
| Bee Pollinator Garden | East London | $7,000 |
| Christmas Market on the Green | South London | $7,600 |
| Oxford Park 1901: Unique Street Sign Design for the Oxford Park Community | West London | $7,500 |
| London’s Free Fruit | Central London | $5,000 |
| Here Before Us: Oxford Park Neighbourhood Cultural Heritage Evaluation Report | West London | $14,260 |
| Pollinator Pathways Project | West London | $ 640 |
| Southwest London | ||
| Add a Swing Set to Grandview Park | Byron | $15,000 |
| Community Beehives | Byron | $8,000 |
| Outdoor Workout Equipment in Springbank Park | Byron/West London | $27,000 |
| Southeast London | ||
| F.D.Roosevelt Public School Yard Enhancements | Argyle | $17,400 |
| Outdoor Ice Rink in Summerside | Bradley | $32,600 |
Residents were invited to submit ideas for their neighbourhoods from April 23 to May 22. 226 ideas were submitted with 143 making it onto the ballot after feasibility review by City staff. All 17 winning projects will be implemented over the next year.
“We are excited to see the energy and enthusiasm of Londoners of all ages participating in submitting ideas and voting for their favourite ideas” says Lynne Livingstone, Managing Director of Neighbourhood Children and Fire Services.“Neighbourhood Decision Making is a fantastic example of Londoners participating in making great neighbourhoods.”
Neighbourhood Decision Making is a key component in creating vibrant, connected and engaged neighbourhoods as outlined in Council’s Strategic Plan.
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How it Works
City Council has committed $250,000 annually to support a Neighbourhood Decision Making Program across the city. This program will allow you to propose ideas to enhance your neighbourhood, with you deciding on which ideas will go forward!
Check out the Guidelines for Ideas list here.
How does Neighbourhood Decision Making work?
Step 1: Residents are encouraged to identify a neighbourhood building project(s) that enhances and strengthens their neighbourhood. Funds may be used on a variety of different projects which could include: planting public gardens, community public art, piloting a community program, hosting a neighbourhood event, documenting your neighbourhood’s history, or enhancing a park or playground.
Step 2: City staff will support residents to develop their idea into a one-page proposal, working to make sure that it is possible to implement the proposed idea.
Step 3: A community vote will be held for residents to vote for their favourite ideas.
Step 4: City staff will work with the residents who submitted the winning ideas to implement their neighbourhood project.
