Sarnia council isn't sold on the idea of commissioning public art as a way to prevent graffiti.
In a 5-4 recorded vote, council rejected a graffiti management policy.
Councillor Mike Stark couldn't justify the recommended $30,000 capital cost in 2022 to carry out the policy.
"Quite frankly I think this is a waste of money," said Stark. "We formally dealt with graffiti and it didn't require a capital investment of $30,000. I don't see the need for it now."
Mayor Mike Bradley, and councillors Bill Dennis, George Vandenberg and Dave Boushy also voted against the idea.
Councillors Brian White, Margaret Bird, Terry Burrell and Nathan Colquhoun supported the move.
