I have three major concerns about participatory budgeting...
1. A small well-organized, wealthy group of individuals can get projects funded with a small number of votes. Less organized but more needy groups are left out.
2. city council person should know better which worthy projects are worth funding
3. who is responsible if project turns out to be poorly conceived etc
I wonder how many open houses in Hunter's Point six months ago are sold or still on the market.
A Stroll Through Hunters Point in QueensCollege Pt. is so much more interesting than 6 month old open house recaps. I'm sure everyone would agree .
A Visit to College Point, a Unique Enclave in QueensYes, Glendale Bagel & Quality Deli on Myrtle ave. Amazing bagels.
Brownstoner Queens: Have You Been to Glendale?I have three major concerns about participatory budgeting... 1. A small well-organized, wealthy group of individuals can get projects funded with a small number of votes. Less organized but more needy groups are left out. 2. city council person should know better which worthy projects are worth funding 3. who is responsible if project turns out to be poorly conceived etc
Participatory Budgeting Is Coming to Queens