Just like so many cities around the country, we are requesting permission to paint Black Lives Matter on a street (or several) in Downtown Dayton to help bring awareness to injustice and systemic racism and see the city of Dayton stand in solidarity with Black Lives Matter. The project would be led by Dave Scott and executed by local artists and volunteers, and allows for our community to come together in this time of needed change, reform, and healing via artistic expression. Getting approval for this would help illustrate our city’s commitment moving forward to equal rights for all of its citizens, show unity through art, and have a positive impact on our community.