You walk out back to throw away the trash and see graffiti. As you contemplate the meaning of street art versus
vandalism, it occurs to you that no matter what you call it, someone just spray
painted your building.
What to do next? Chicago instituted a program to eliminate graffiti and gang-related vandalism. Here are some steps to take to reach out directly to this city service:
- Requests can be made online with the Chicago Graffiti Blasters, or through the non-emergency phone number, 3-1-1. Outside the city, dial 312-744-5000.
- Be sure to include details in your request; it helps to submit a photo for clarification.
- Contact
your property management company—Hayes Properties—to inform them about the
incident. There are some cases where the city can't help, such as when graffiti is on painted surfaces.
Locking Up
Your Bike
Biking is one of the
healthiest and most efficient ways of getting around Chicago. It’s also a
phenomenal way to see this beautiful city of ours. Since many Hayes Properties
tenants are cyclists, we are interested in making sure bikes properly taken
care of at our buildings.
- Bikes should be locked up or put away in our storage spaces or in our
basements and laundry rooms.
- Please stay clear of all walkways and doorways as well as your
neighbors’ storage spaces.
- Do not attach your bike to fences whether they belong to us or a next
door neighbor.
- Even if it is in a basement, we recommend locking your bike. To ensure
the bike is locked, move it next to a fixed object and place the u-lock
or chain around the object and the rear wheel and part of the frame.
- Here’s a link to step by step instructions courtesy of Kryptonite Locks.
- Take care that basement doors lock behind you when you leave.