Archive images, essential furniture... participatory budget projects in Lyon 2nd

On June 18, the City of Lyon unveiled the winning projects of the second edition of the participatory budget. Of the 233 projects submitted for voting, 90 were selected and will be implemented by the City of Lyon in its nine arrondissements. Lyon Capitale provides an update on the selected projects, district by district. In the 2nd arrondissement, three projects were selected:

• Equipment to improve reception for the homeless

With 1,049 votes, this was the most popular project in the second arrondissement. The idea: to acquire equipment to improve the reception and lives of the homeless. This equipment includes essential furniture, as well as armchairs and books. In total, €50,000 will be allocated to this project.

• Re-watering of the basin at Place des Célestins

A budget of €500,000 will be used to restore water to the fountain located on Place des Célestins. This operation will require the hydraulic and electrical renovation of the basin. This will provide an opportunity to bring more freshness to the square. Suitable lighting will also be installed on site.

• Display of historical images on the Place des Archives

Finally, €60,000 will be allocated to installing panels featuring historical images on the Place des Archives. The goal: to raise awareness of the neighborhood's history and showcase the city's archived images. In total, four or five permanent panels will be installed near the tramway.

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