Editor,
Many of us have worked for years to remove the illegal fliers that are persistently posted in the UNM area. These fliers have proven to be not only an eyesore, but also the source of much of the street debris that pollutes the area. It has taken untold hours of work on the part of neighborhood volunteers to remove literally pounds of trash from signs, poles and walls.
The band performance fliers being touted as an acceptable form of advertising are actually a rip-off of the very bands the fliers are publicizing. Some concert promoters pressure bands into plastering the area with illegal fliers by telling them that it's the only way to get people to their performances. These promoters are unwilling to spend money on advertising that helps keep the Daily Lobo and other local media solvent.
It is a myth that legal advertising is too costly, particularly when compared to the community's cost for cleaning up someone else's mess. Community support is gained by supporting the community. An old adage makes the point: "It is a dirty bird that fouls its own nest."
We applaud Mayor Chavez for recognizing this issue and making an effort to solve a long-standing problem.
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Mardon Gardella
Federation of University Neighborhoods
