Graffiti removal program wins ‘Better Block’ funds

The Reno/Sparks Association of REALTORS® (RSAR) announced Thursday that the Nevada Youth Empowerment Project (NYEP) Wells Avenue Graffiti Removal initiative was selected as the 2016 “REALTORS® Build A Better Block” project. As the winning project, NYEP will receive funds for graffiti removal to help create a “better block” for the neighborhood.With the funds, the NYEP will work on a long-term program to remove graffiti. The group intends to purchase a power washe