Your $1M Neighborhood Vote | Columbus News

Columbus News Today | 2 Min News | The Daily News Now! · Jul 22, 2026 · 1m

Columbus is flipping the script on public spending with a bold new program: every neighborhood gets a million dollars to decide how it’s spent. Called Participatory Budgeting, it’s rolling out across all nine city council districts, letting residents vote on projects like safer crosswalks, upgraded parks, or better streetlights. Councilmember Nick Bankston calls it a game-changer for fairness and community power — giving locals real say over what improves their streets. Ideas are still being gathered, with online submissions open for everyone, and voting is set for later this year. Your…