Aydov Municipality allocates EUR 2 million over 10 years for participatory budget projectsThe municipality of Ajdovščina has allocated nearly two million euros over ten years to implement 125 projects through its participatory budgeting initiative called 'Moja pobuda.' These projects include various community improvements such as installing stone pathways, benches, and picnic areas, creating viewpoints, bicycle parking, tourist information boards, and energy points. The initiative also includes sports infrastructure like outdoor fitness parks, running tracks, and volleyball courts, especially popular among youth. Other projects focus on improving village centers, communal spaces, and cultural publications highlighting local history and characteristics. Over 3,000 residents participated in recent voting cycles, showing increasing engagement. The system allows residents to propose and directly vote on projects, aligning with the municipality’s development strategy.
Bias read (Center): The article provides a balanced overview of the participatory budgeting process, focusing on the scope of projects, resident involvement, and funding allocation without taking a clear ideological stance. It emphasizes the collaborative nature of the initiative and its alignment with municipal goals,
Floor sculptures come to life in primary schools in Maribor and KamenicaThe city council of Maribor continues implementing proposals supported through the participatory budgeting process. The latest project was initiated at the request of residents and aims to improve living environments. In the future, similar projects will also take place at other locations throughout the city. According to the city council, this includes 13 approved projects from the fourth cycle of participatory budgeting, which will be launched in the coming weeks at various sites across the city. These initiatives include green spaces, motorized paths, and playful elements that will transform schoolyards into more dynamic areas for play, movement, and social interaction, providing children with improved daily experiences.
Bias read (Center): The article presents information about municipal projects funded through participatory budgeting without overtly favoring any political ideology. It focuses on community-driven improvements and does not emphasize partisan perspectives or ideological stances. The tone remains neutral and informative,