Byron Benefits from Neighbourhood Decision Making Program Two projects submitted by Byron community members were among the 20 winning ideas selected by London residents for the 2024 Neighbourhood Decision Making (NDM) program. NDM is the City of London’s annual funding program that allocates $250,000 to community-driven projects designed to enhance neighbourhoods in five geographical areas within the city. Each area receives $50,000 for projects that cover a wide range of initiatives, such as improving outdoor spaces and supporting neighbourhood events. “Neighbourhood Decision Making is about connecting with Londoners who care deeply about their neighbourhoods and about our community as a whole,” says Jennifer Martino, Manager, Neighbourhood Development and Support. “Everyone has a unique story about why they submitted or supported an idea.” As part of the Southwest region, the Byron winners for 2024 include these two projects: Neighbourhood Art Show in Byron (awarded $1,800)
Bike parking at Boler Road and Byron Baseline Road (awarded $4,400) This project will install bike parking on the green space outside of the plaza at Byron Baseline Road and Boler Road. The bike rack will give a safe and secure spot for children and adults to lock up their bikes, encouraging more residents to bike to the plaza. “These winning projects in Byron are a great example of how very different ideas can bring people together for a positive impact in local neighbourhoods,” Jennifer adds. For more information about the other winners and what goes into submitting a project idea, visit london.ca/living-london/ community-services/neighbourhood-programs-funding/ neighbourhood-decision-making or getinvolved.london.ca. With files from the Neighbourhood Making Program at getinvolved.london. ca/ndm and the 2024 NeighbourhoodGood London December newsletter.
This neighbourhood Art Show will be an intergenerational event showcasing professional and amateur artists of all ages, providing a space for people to meet, appreciate art, and celebrate each other’s talents. Live music from local performers will enhance the experience. This event will be a chance to connect, build relationships, and strengthen our community through shared creativity. “I believe art heals the world, and we don’t have to be artists with great names to add beauty to the world,” says Toinette Parisio, the Byron resident who submitted the
proposal. “Our neighbourhood is excited to receive these funds so we can invite all artists, with and without training, to have their art seen and appreciated.”
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