Graffiti removal contract for private property

Minneapolis file 2026-00950, before the Minneapolis City Council. Passed as of 2026-08-29.

Latest action: Published

What it does

Property owners get free graffiti removal help The city will pay to clean graffiti off private buildings and difficult spots like elevated walls for three years, starting when the council approves the deal.

The bigger picture

Faster cleanup may improve neighborhood appearance overall Quick removal of visible graffiti across the city can discourage repeat vandalism and improve how residents feel about street safety and upkeep.

What to watch

Only covers private property, not public surfaces The contract focuses on private buildings and dangerous locations, so graffiti on city-owned walls, fences, or easy-to-reach public areas may not be included.

Official summary

Accepting the low bid of MJV Services, LLC, submitted on Event No4180, in the amount of $245,000 annually, to furnish and deliver all labor, materials, and incidentals necessary for photographing and removal of graffitionprivate property,and authorizing a three(3)year contract with the option to extend for two (2) additional 12-month periods, all in accordance with City specifications.

Read the official record for 2026-00950

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