Neighborhood assemblies for participatory budgeting have started in the 20th Ward. At these assemblies, residents can help to decide how $100,000 in ward capital funds will be spent.

Residents will brainstorm and suggest ideas at these assemblies. Once the cost and feasibility of the more popular projects is determined, ward residents will have the opportunity to vote on which capital project or projects get done.

Join your 20th Ward neighbors at any of the four assemblies being held in May throughout the ward.

Head to the Thomas Dunn Learning Center on Saturday, May 14th at 9am for the Incarnate Word Foundation’s 6th Annual Marketplace of Ideas Showcase. Five finalists will exhibit their proposals for youth summer programs and residents will have an opportunity to vote on which three receive a $10,000 grant.

Read on for more information about the finalists.

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Pick one, or try to stop by both for bonus Dutchtown points!

DT2 After Hours: Logan’s Kids Resale

Join DT2 members at Logan’s Kids Resale and check out a great selection of infant and early childhood retail goods.  We’ll have light snacks and refreshments and plan to update everyone on the progress of the Community Improvement District.

20th Ward Meeting: Building Better Blocks

Meet new 20th Ward Neighborhood Improvement Specialist DeAnna Murphy, the City Counselors that litigate nusinance properties, the officers than enforce ordinances, the Circuit Attorney Office that prosecutes criminals, 20th Ward Buildling Inspectors, and the folks behind the Mayor’s PIER Crime Plan. Bring a neighbor and your ideas on how to strengthen our community together.

Join the Dutchtown West Neighborhood Association for their monthly meeting (every second Tuesday of the month) at Grbic Banquet Hall, 4071 Keokuk at Meramec. The meeting begins at 7:00 and will feature updates from Neighborhood Liaison Officer Keith Novara and Alderman Shane Cohn. All are welcome!

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