What are Neighborhood Councils (NCs)?
Grassroot advisory boards that:
• Receive funding for neighborhood improvement projects.
• Connect Neighborhoods to City Hall
• Advocate on:
- Economic Development
- Housing/Homelessness
- Public Safety
- Sustainability
- Youth Engagement and more.
• Hosts Community Events
Who is Represented on Neighborhood Council Boards?
NC's have specific board seats designed to represent each community's diversity.
Who Participates in Neighborhood Councils?
Stakeholders who:
- Live
- Work
- Own Property
- Community Interest
Stakeholders are eligible to run and vote in NC elections regardless of immigration/ legal status.
How to get Involved with your Neighborhood Council?
Visit 99NCs.com to:
• Learn about your local NC
• Sign up for board meeting notifications
• Volunteer opportunities
• Election information
How do NCs use their funds?
NCS receive public funds to assist with expenditures related to their board operations and functions to benefit the communities they represent, including:
• Community events
• Outreach activities
• Grants for public schools and nonprofits
• Neighborhood improvement projects
• Elections
When are Neighborhood Council Elections?
Neighborhood Council Elections take place on odd numbered years.
Who is eligible to be a Neighborhood Council Candidate?
Stakeholders 18 years or older can run for a neighborhood council board seat. Stakeholders as young as 14 can run for youth board seats. Refer to your NC's bylaws for detailed candidate requirements.
Who is eligible to vote in Neighborhood Council Elections?
Stakeholders 16 years or older can vote in neighborhood council elections. Stakeholders as young as 14 can vote on youth seats.
How do NCs use their funds?
NCS receive public funds to assist with expenditures related to their board operations and functions to benefit the communities they represent, including:
• Community events
• Outreach activities
• Grants for public schools and nonprofits
• Neighborhood improvement projects
• Elections
When are Neighborhood Council Elections?
Neighborhood Council Elections take place on odd numbered years.
When are Neighborhood Council Elections?
Neighborhood Council Elections take place on odd numbered years.
Who is eligible to be a Neighborhood Council Candidate?
Stakeholders 18 years or older can run for a neighborhood council board seat. Stakeholders as young as 14 can run for youth board seats. Refer to your NC's bylaws for detailed candidate requirements.
Who is eligible to vote in Neighborhood Council Elections?
Stakeholders 16 years or older can vote in neighborhood council elections. Stakeholders as young as 14 can vote on youth seats.