In 2024, we will continue working on implementing the ‘The Burgerbegroting Antwerp”. This initiative lets the inhabitants of Antwerp district decide together on 1.4 million euros or 10% of the annual budget. They determine which topics they consider important, submit proposals and vote on which plans can be implemented. After all, they know the local needs best. Together with Cluster Landscape architects, we support several projects submitted by people from Antwerp. This ‘Oasys’ project turns Osystraat into a green oasis by connecting sections of trees to create space for extra greenery. The neighbors of the tree bays recently received a personal letter in the mail so that we could include their questions, suggestions or concerns in the further realization. Because of this, the neighbors started a dialogue and discovered a shared enthusiasm for a next Citizen’s Budget project.