Question

part 3 — solving the problem
imagine that you are going to help john figure out how to clean up the graffiti and litter and solve the public abuse problem in his community. use the following chart to help you determine the benefits and costs of your solutions.

solution benefit cost

based on the information in the chart, what solutions would you recommend to john and why?

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Explanation:

First, fill the chart with targeted community solutions, their benefits, and costs. Then select solutions with the highest net benefit (benefit minus cost) for recommendation.

Solution	Benefit	Cost
Install community trash/recycling bins	Reduces litter by increasing disposal access	Purchase and installation costs of bins
Launch anti-abuse community awareness campaign	Reduces public abuse via education, improves community safety	Time for campaign materials, outreach labor costs
Partner with local artists for approved murals	Deters unauthorized graffiti by providing legal creative outlets, beautifies community	Materials for murals, artist stipends

I recommend the volunteer cleanup days and the approved mural project. Volunteer cleanup has low direct costs while delivering immediate improvements and community connection. The mural project addresses graffiti at its root by redirecting creative energy, with long-term benefits of reducing future unauthorized graffiti and enhancing community pride, outweighing the modest stipend and material costs.

Answer:

Recommended solutions:

1. Organize volunteer cleanup days: Low direct cost, immediate cleanup, builds community cohesion.
2. Partner with local artists for approved murals: Deters unauthorized graffiti, beautifies the area, with manageable stipend/material costs.

These solutions offer strong net benefits, addressing the core issues with minimal financial burden while fostering community investment.