clean up BID BATTLES GRAFFITI BY ANGY ALTAMIRANO Sunnyside will soon shine brighter, thanks to a monthly graffiti removal program. With the help of a $2,500 donation from the TD Charitable Foundation, the Sunnyside Shines Business Improvement District (BID) launched its efforts to combat vandalism. “We are extremely grateful for this generous award from the TD Charitable Foundation, which will sustain our increased graffiti removal efforts in the neighborhood,” said Rachel Thieme, executive director of the Sunnyside Shines BID. Each month Sunnyside Shines flags graffiti in the area, which is later removed by a specialized contractor. In March, tags were removed from 22 businesses and in April, 11 businesses were cleaned. By removing the graffiti on a monthly basis, Sunnyside Shines hopes to beautify the neighborhood and make Sunnyside a more attractive area to shop and do business. “Removing graffiti on a monthly basis helps maintain a clean and safe commercial district, and also helps attract new businesses to Sunnyside,” said Thieme. To report graffiti on your business, call Sunnyside Shines at 718-606-1800 and the business will be added to the list of upcoming sites to be cleaned. Photos Courtesy of Sunnyside Shines BID 43 Strauss Auto was one of the businesses cleaned. www.queenscourier.com I LIC COURIER I MAY 2013
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