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Resolution relative to adopting a policy on Graffiti and Graffiti Abatement Program.
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WHEREAS, pursuant to Section 18.08(2) of the City of West Allis Revised Municipal Code , graffiti has been declared a public nuisance in the City of West Allis as it affects the public health, safety, and general welfare of the community; and,
WHEREAS, graffiti removal was originally a responsibility of the Department of Public Works-Building & Electrical Services Division, Building & Sign Section; and
WHEREAS, responsibility for graffiti removal and the graffiti abatement program was transferred to the West Allis Police Department; and
WHEREAS, the West Allis Police Department Directive 45.008 provides the procedures for the Graffiti & Graffiti Abatement Program, and it is necessary to also include this policy in the City of West Allis Policies & Procedures Manual; and
WHEREAS, it is appropriate that the City specify guidelines in this regard.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED by the Common Council of the City of West Allis that the attached policy be approved for inclusion in the City's Polices & Procedures Manual.
BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED that copies of said policy be distributed to all departments and divisions.
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