Imagine that in your community, you noticed many buildings are covered in graffiti. Is that a problem? It can be. Graffiti can reduce property values or signal gang activity. If you decided that graffiti was a problem in your community, you might think of ways to solve that problem.
Before asking your parents to take you to the paint store, though, you need to do some research about the issue. Does your city have a code or other law about graffiti? Do the people who own the graffiti-covered buildings have an issue with the graffiti? Is the graffiti considered artistic or an eyesore?
Before you tackle a problem, it helps to do some research. Maybe someone else is already involved in an effort to solve the problem. Perhaps it turns out not to be a problem at all.
In this lesson, you will research the problem you identified earlier and write a letter to an official about the problem. After researching the problem and getting expert advice, you will create a plan of action.
And write it like a 7 grader
Dear [Official's Name],
I hope this letter finds you well. My name is [Your Name] and I am a resident of [Your Community]. I am writing to bring to your attention a problem that I have noticed in our community – the issue of graffiti on many buildings.
I believe that graffiti can be a problem for several reasons. First of all, it can reduce property values in our community. When buildings are covered in graffiti, it can make our neighborhood look unattractive and unkempt. This may discourage potential homebuyers or business owners from investing in our community, leading to a decline in property values overall.
Moreover, graffiti can also signal gang activity. In some cases, graffiti may be used by gangs as a way to mark their territory or send messages to rival gangs. This can create an atmosphere of fear and insecurity among residents, making our community feel unsafe.
Before jumping to conclusions, I understand the importance of conducting proper research on this issue. I would like to find out if our city has any codes or laws specifically addressing graffiti. Additionally, I am curious to know if the owners of the graffiti-covered buildings have expressed any concerns regarding the issue. Lastly, I am interested in understanding whether the graffiti in our community is considered artistic or if it is generally seen as an eyesore.
To gather more information, I plan to reach out to local officials, community organizations, and graffiti artists themselves. By engaging with these individuals, I hope to gain a comprehensive understanding of the issue and potential solutions.
Once I have gathered enough information, I intend to develop a plan of action to address the problem of graffiti in our community. This plan may involve initiatives such as organizing a community cleanup day, collaborating with local artists to create murals on designated walls, or implementing stricter enforcement of existing laws related to graffiti.
I am hopeful that with the support and guidance of local officials, we can work together to find a solution to this problem and make our community a more welcoming and safe place for everyone.
Thank you for your attention to this matter, and I look forward to your response.
Sincerely,
[Your Name]