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Local artist proposes legal graffiti wall pilot; HDC offers cautious interest and design cautions
Summary
A resident presented a proposal for a pilot legal graffiti wall in downtown Ypsilanti during public comment, suggesting painted concrete or CMU surfaces and volunteer oversight; commissioners expressed interest but raised concerns about site selection, brick preservation and maintenance.
During public comment at the Aug. 12 meeting, a local resident presented a proposal for a pilot legal graffiti wall in downtown Ypsilanti aimed at diverting illegal tagging, supporting artists and increasing positive downtown activity.
The presenter said a pilot wall would provide a sanctioned place for muraling and practice, reduce unwanted tagging on historic…
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