Vandalism Forum

Saturday, October 12th, 10 am to 11:30 am, Gilda’s Club, 2440 Grinstead Drive, Parking behind the building; access from Grinstead; Free and Open to the Public This event will focus on the recent incidents of vandalism in the community. Derogatory words on the Big 4 Bridge, plumbing  fixtures damaged in public restrooms, Highland’s businesses ‘tagged’, graffiti on the Ali mural, inflammatory messages on interstates, and automobiles spray painted are just several of the noticeable vandalism in the past month.  What can be done to prevent this negative behavior? This forum will explore this frustrating and destructive activity. Panelists include: Councilman David James, President of Metro Council Councilwoman Barbara Sexton-Smith Major Bridget Hallahan, LMPD Dr. Mesude Ozyurekoglu, Ph.D, CPRP, Assistant Director of Metro Parks Matt Taylor, West End Economic Growth--LOUWEE-G Shaun Spencer, West Louisville Dream Team   Co-sponsored by: Neighborhood Planning & Preservation; Highland Commerce Guild;  Louisville Historical League; Safety & Security Store; and, Friends of Louisville Public Art