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These Projects Could Win Brad Lander's Participatory Budget Money
Bike lanes, a new "skate garden" or local concerts are among the ideas for $1.5 million up for grabs this year. A vote will start next week.

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Bike lanes, a new "skate garden" or local concerts are among the ideas for $1.5 million up for grabs this year. A vote will start next week.

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