the notice of violation provides information on how to contact the graffiti unit, how to request hearing and extension. if more time is needed to abate, accompanied by the mail notices, we include date-stamped color photos to indicate the extent and location of the graffiti. we also include a frequently asked question sheet with each notice that is mailed. for every notice of violation posted, the graffiti makes considerable efforts to research property ownership, make courtesy calls and send e-mails with photos to property owners. property representatives and/or property tenants alerting them of the new graffiti vandalism on their property and their requirements to clean it up. public works records show is that the majority of property owners abate graffiti from their properties on time. if not abated within the allowed time, a fee is incurred. in cases where the property owner ignores the notices or refuses to remove the graffiti, the city will perform the required correction and assess the cost through the tax roll, today we request the approval for the assessment of blighted properti