A Quiz:
Test your graffiti I.Q.
(Answers at bottom)

Who is responsible for most graffiti?

1. Young people between 12 and 21
2. Young people between 8 and 15
3. Adults over 30
4. Young people between 18 and 25

Why do they do it?

1. Fame
2. Rebellion
3. Self-expression
4. Power
5. All of the above

 What impact does unchecked graffiti have?

1. Decreases sense of public safety
2. Costs taxpayers for cleanups
3. Threatens enjoyment of parks/public spaces
4. Lowers property values
5. All of the above

 What is the City doing about graffiti?

1. Surveying residents about their opinions
2. Launching a new bylaw in Spring 2009
3. Initiating a public education campaign
4. Getting young people involved
5. Publicizing a Graffiti Hotline
6. Working with police on a database
7. All of the above and more to come

What can I do to protect against graffiti?

1. Remove it as quickly as possible
2. Reduce access to roof areas
3. Install video surveillance for isolated areas
4. Restrict access to walls by planting trees, ivy, etc.
5. Keep graffiti remover on hand (hardware stores sell it)
6. All of the above

What do I do if I spot graffiti?

1. If a graffiti crime’s in progress call 9-1-1
2. To report existing graffiti call 905-879-4357
3. To report graffiti online email works@vaughan.ca or parks@vaughan.ca
4. If you wish to remain anonymous contact Crime Stoppers at 1-800-222-8477 or www.1800222tips.com
5. Any of the above

Answers: (1,5,5,7,6,5)

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