During a recent government meeting, concerns were raised regarding the persistent issue of graffiti and tagging in Royce City. A resident reported their frustration with the local police, who dismissed the matter as outside their jurisdiction. The resident highlighted a troubling trend where tagged properties, particularly storage units, are not being addressed promptly, leading to further vandalism.

The discussion revealed that Royce City currently lacks a dedicated program to tackle graffiti. In the past, there was an initiative involving youth facing legal issues who participated in cleanup efforts, but its status remains unclear. The resident emphasized the need for the city council and staff to explore options to assist property owners in managing the damage caused by tagging, as failure to clean up can lead to a cycle of further vandalism.

Additionally, there were suspicions regarding the identity of the individuals responsible for the tagging, with suggestions that they may be influenced by gang culture from California. However, the lack of surveillance cameras in the area complicates efforts to identify and apprehend the culprits.

The resident expressed disappointment with the referral to Weber County Sheriffs, noting that previous efforts, such as a graffiti task force, have not yielded results. The meeting underscored the urgent need for a coordinated response to address graffiti in Royce City and support affected residents.