| Recent research suggests that the presence of graffiti “creates an environment that breeds bigger crimes.” Understanding that graffiti vandalism is a quality of life issue, Mayor Hickenlooper and the City Council have made graffiti prevention a top priority in Denver by increasing graffiti cleanup, education and enforcement efforts. But we can’t prevent graffiti alone! That’s why we’ve created "The Brush Off" campaign – a partnership between the City and concerned citizens.
"The Brush Off" campaign provides an easy way for everyone to help prevent graffiti in our neighborhoods. Brush Off partners agree to keep a spot (such as a sign, pole, or dumpster) near their home clean, using free graffiti-removal supplies provided by the City. Research shows that promptly removing graffiti (ideally 24 – 48 hours after it appears) decreases repeat graffiti vandalism. So "Brush Off" partners are encouraged to remove graffiti from their spots as soon as possible. We hope you’ll become a Brush Off partner. Graffiti vandalism effects everyone...we need everyone to be part of the solution.
"The Brush Off" program gives every citizen the power to create and maintain clean, graffiti-free communities. Becoming a "Brush Off" partner is easy. Simply sign a pledge and tell us how you will participate in the program.
Partnership opportunities:
- Request FREE paint and promptly remove graffiti from your property.
- Request vouchers for discount paint.
- Request FREE assistance to remove the graffiti you are unable to remove or get access to.
- Request FREE paint to cover graffiti in your neighborhood.
- Report all graffiti vandalism in your community.
- Make your property less attractive to graffiti vandals.
To become a "Brush Off" partner, download a pledge form or dial 3-1-1 to contact us.
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