TULSA, OKLA. (KTUL) — A local business in Tulsa is taking a stand against gang graffiti, offering its services free of charge to help restore community pride.
Clayton James Graffiti Removal, led by Clayton Stunkard, has removed graffiti from more than 20 sites across the city over the past two months, focusing on small businesses from downtown to the north side.
“I just don’t like the look of this on Tulsa businesses, and it’s expensive for them to take care of,” said Stunkard, owner of Clayton James Design Painting. “Like this place sells T-shirts. You’d have to sell a lot of T-shirts, maybe $400, to come cover this up. So I’m doing this all year for free for Tulsa small businesses, mom and pop shops, and yeah, rewarding for everybody.”
The city of Tulsa has been battling graffiti on both public and private properties, with around $166,000 allocated for graffiti removal. As the issue persists, city leaders are advocating for more workers and equipment to address the problem. Recently, the city approved the mayor’s budget proposal, which includes funding for graffiti abatement.
Stunkard expressed his support for the city’s dedication to tackling graffiti. “Hopefully, I helped boost that initiative. I hope it’s good. I mean, nobody likes to see this. There’s good graffiti and bad graffiti. And I, I love art. I love artwork. People hone their skills and make stuff look cool. But that,” he said, pointing to the graffiti, “not it.”
Residents are encouraged to report graffiti on public or private property by calling 311.
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