Washington D.C. balances graffiti removal with preservation efforts using $550,000 annually.

Washington D.C. faces ongoing challenges with graffiti, balancing removal efforts with the appreciation of urban art. The Department of Public Works (DPW) allocates $550,000 annually for removal, employing three teams to combat tags and protest slogans. While graffiti can be seen as vandalism, some view it as a creative expression, evident in city-sponsored murals. Efforts to preserve graffiti history, such as the 14th Street Graffiti Museum, have met with mixed success.

September 23, 2024
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