What would bring people together?
As a part of participatory budgeting, the residents of Rovaniemi decide how the city spends 110 000 euros on enhancing community spirit. First, everyone had the possibility to share their ideas. Then, everyone had the change to vote for their favourite ideas. The ideas are currently being implemented. The city of Rovaniemi will carry out the most popular ideas as a part of participatory budgeting during the year 2025. Through participatory budgeting, residents of Rovaniemi have the opportunity to influence the development of Rovaniemi.
A total of 110 000 euros will be reserved to implement the ideas. It is divided as follows:
Enhancing community spirit in urban areas (€30,000) and rural areas (€50,000):
Activities and initiatives for the elderly people (€30,000)
- Concerts in the park
- Sing-along gatherings in various locations
- Camps and intergenerational activity days for older adults and children