Installed conversation benches and playgrounds for "toyzkumalaks" community: Outlined projects funded through the "Participation Budget" in Boastyk district, Almaty
Blueprint of Transformation in Bostandyk District: A Peek into the 'Budget of Participation' Project
Step into the vibrant and uplifting world of Bostandyk District, Almaty, as Serik Adilbayev, Deputy Akim, reveals the splendid makeover underway, all thanks to the 'Budget of Participation' project. Almaty.tv sheds light on these transformative projects.
The city's Akimat, in a stunning collaboration with the community, is spearheading this participatory initiative aimed at revitalizing the urban landscape. Four projects, allocating a total of 14.32 million tenge, have already borne fruit.
Adilbayev shared enlightening insights, stating, "The 'Budget of Participation' has kick-started four projects within Bostandyk District. highlights include a riverside promenade, fitness spots nestled among kids' playgrounds, and a newly-constructed playground at 284/1 Zharkova Street. This structure was initially bereft of a playground, but our aim is to make it playground-perfect by year's end. In the Park named after the First President, we've implemented two projects: interactive, talking benches and a 'Togyzqumalaq' game area." He further hinted at 20 more projects earmarked for completion this year.
The mesmerizing talking benches are slated to pop up in various locations across Bostandyk District. These benches are equipped with an audio system, bringing Kazakh poets' biographies, their poems, and songs to life whenever someone takes a seat.
Eager to get in on the action? The application process for 2021 is underway, open until October 5, on the website budget.open-almaty.kz. This participatory budgeting project consists of three thrilling stages: application submission, expert evaluation, and project refinement. Suitably chosen proposals will be formalized in a protocol and swiftly published on the website within 24 hours.
Since applications went live on November 8, 2020, registered users have been casting their votes. Projects with under 10 votes risk falling by the wayside. The voting results and Expert Council decisions will be communicated via the website and media outlets. District Akimats and departments, adhering to budgetary legislation, will prepare budget requests and project proposals for funding.
Want to unearth more about the 'Budget of Participation' project in Bostandyk District? Reach out to local government offices or community development organizations to get the scoop on any ongoing projects. Scour online platforms, community forums, or municipal websites for updates on the project. For 2021-specific projects, delving into local news archives or contacting local authorities for past reports might provide valuable insights. For nitty-gritty details about a particular organization leading the project, communicating with them directly would be most enlightening.
- The 'Budget of Participation' project in Bostandyk District has initiated four projects, including a riverside promenade, fitness areas, a playground, and interactive talking benches.
- The next step for the project includes the application process for 2021, which is open until October 5 on the website budget.open-almaty.kz.
- The 'Budget of Participation' project consists of three stages: application submission, expert evaluation, and project refinement.
- Community members can learn more about the 'Budget of Participation' project by contacting local government offices, community development organizations, or by visiting online platforms, community forums, or municipal websites.
