Graffiti in HRM
- HRM doubled it's graffiti removal team from 2 to 4 full-time staff in August 2006.
- HRM has removed approximately 300,000 sq. ft. of graffiti since the Graffiti Eradication Program launch in 2003.
- In 2009, the HRM Call Centre received and resonded to 396 calls.
Cost of Graffiti to HRM
Economic Cost
- Destroys property
- Reduces property values
Social Cost
- Diverts tax dollars from the delivery of other HRM services
- Promotes an undesirable image of our city to visitors
- Undermines residents and visitors sense of security and safety
- Looks as if "nobody cares" about the area
By removing graffiti quickly and consistently we are showing the pride we have in our community.
If you remove graffiti within...
- 24 hours - there is a 10% chance it will reappear.
- 2 weeks - there is a 100% chance it will reappear.
Graffiti Terminology
tagging - style of calligraphy writing used as an identification mark.
throw-ups - "fat" bubble style outline of a word (usually a tag name) drawn quickly.
political or social comments - slogans used to signal concern about particular issues.
piece - generally a more complex work involving some form of "artistry". They are usually a highly stylized and colorful version of a tag or crew name.
etching - scratching of a surface through use of rock, etching tools and/or sharp objects.
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