Graffiti Vandalism Brochure

IMPACT ON THE COMMUNITY • Graffiti vandalism is the most visible and prominent crime in a neighbourhood and can make it appear unsafe.

• The appearance of disorder may attract and cause more disorder and escalate crime.

• Addressing the issue of graffiti vandalism is a shared responsibility in a community.

CONTACT INFO Capital City Clean Up Call 311 or use the 311 mobile app capitalcitycleanup@edmonton.ca www.edmonton.ca/graffiti Edmonton Police Service Report graffiti vandalism 780-423-4567 www.edmontonpolice.ca

GRAFFITI VANDALISM IS NOT

TOLERATED

HERE LET’S WIPE IT OUT!

PREVENT GRAFFITI VANDALISM

WIPE OUT GRAFFITI VANDALISM

• Maintain your property.

RECORD

• Remove graffiti vandalism as soon as it occurs.

• Photograph & record vandalized property for police and insurance purposes.

• Enhance security around your property.

• Keep area well lit.

• Keep open sightlines and maintain landscaping.

• Use anti-graffiti coatings.

• Create a mural.

• Apply for the Community Mural Matching Grant.

REPORT • Call 911 if you witness graffiti vandalism in progress.

• Report the crime online with the Edmonton Police Service or call the non-emergency complaint line at 780-423-4567 or #377 from a mobile phone. You can also file a report at your local police station if the graffiti vandalism occurs on your own property.

• Call 311 to report graffiti vandalism on property other than your own.

REMOVE • Contact 311 or visit www.edmonton.ca/graffiti to apply for:

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Professional Graffiti Cleaning Program.

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FREE Graffiti Clean-up Kit.

COMMUNITY STANDARDS BYLAW 14600 • Requires property owners to promptly remove graffiti vandalism from their property within a reasonable timeframe (fine is $250).