Graffiti in our Park
It is disheartening when graffiti appears on 5 different pieces of park property which volunteers worked tirelessly to have installed for the betterment of their community. Although we don't wish to give the artist the attention he/she is looking for, this blog post is to let you know that this form of vandalism is occurring in the Glen Allan neighbourhood in Sherwood Park. By tagging public property, it becomes costly for tax payers and property owners. Here are some ways to protect property from graffiti: Enhanced Lighting Improving lighting in your backyard (ideally motion sensors) serves as a natural form of surveillance. Keep it Clean Broken fences, litter, overgrown landscaping, etc. invite delinquent behavior. Take part in keeping your property clean as well as joining the Gilmore Park Community League in their annual Pitch In Clean-up Event to maintain a positive effect on the community by assisting in deterring graffiti vandalism. Improved Security Have a presence in