The city budget in New Yorkers’ hands.
Voting is open from May 6 – June 21! All ideas were proposed by and for New Yorkers — now it’s your turn to decide which ideas get funded and become reality. Cast your ballot and make your voice heard!
What Is The People's Money?
The People’s Money (TPM) is a citywide participatory budgeting (PB) process where New Yorkers decide how to spend part of the city’s budget to help their communities thrive. This process happens every year and is open to all New Yorkers, including youth and immigrants.
How can I be part of The People's Money?
Idea Generation
Fall 2025
Share your ideas!
Borough Assemblies
Winter 2026
Join an assembly and shape the ballot!
Vote
Spring 2026
Vote on what matters most to you!
Project Implementation
Fall 2026 - Fall 2027
Where ideas come to life!
How to vote:
Voting runs from May 6, 2026 to June 21, 2026. All New Yorkers 11 and older may vote in The People’s Money once. Here's how you can participate:
- 1. Vote online
- 2. Vote in-person at a community voting event or a designated voting location using the search below
Be a part of The People's Money!
Explore past phases and learn how to participate in The People's Money's fourth cycle (2025 - 2027).
Current process
Your ideas brought to life!
See how New Yorkers' ideas became projects during The People's Money's third cycle, from cooking classes to arts programs for youth and more!
View all projects
View our archive of completed projects
See how New Yorkers' ideas became projects during The People's Money's second cycle.
View all projects →About the Civic Engagement Commission
The Civic Engagement Commission (CEC) was established by the voters of New York City as part of an amendment to the City Charter adopted in 2018. The Commission's mission is to enhance civic participation, promote civic trust, and strengthen democracy in New York City.
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