What do you want for Dearborn?

The most broadly supported ideas will be discussed by a representative group of Dearborn residents in a type of community meeting called a deliberation. The solutions that emerge from that discussion will be delivered to the mayor and other city leaders.

Unifying ideas are those that receive broad support across different demographic groups and political viewpoints. We use statistical methods to identify which ideas bring people together rather than divide them.

We encourage you to vote on lots of ideas to see what others in your community want to change. Each person gets one vote per idea.

No, you can only vote or add ideas on the device and web browser that you originally used. This ensures every voice is counted fairly.

We are asking participants to provide a Zip Code to ensure that the ideas and vote come from Dearborn residents. We don't share individual information with the city.

Voting ends on April 19, 2026. After this date, the most supported ideas will be selected for discussion at a live deliberation.

No, Ideas for Change is an independent platform powered by Change.org. We are working with the Mayor's office to ensure that the community's best ideas are heard and considered for action.

Yes. When asked for your name, email, and Zip Code, you can tap a box to post anonymously.

We offer a stipend to participants because meaningful participation takes time, preparation, and focused attention. In some communities, unpaid civic meetings can risk reflecting those who have the most flexibility to show up. Offering a stipend helps make participation feasible for residents with different schedules, responsibilities, and life circumstances. The stipend is the same for all participants and is not tied to opinions, agreement, or outcomes.