Several myths about Wall Dogs and associated events have been circulating for many days now. We wanted to take a moment to set the record straight.
MYTH: The City of High Springs is paying for murals to be painted on buildings in the City by a group known as the Wall Dogs.
TRUTH: No tax dollars have been approved for any Wall Dogs-related activities.
MYTH: The City asked Wall Dogs to come to High Springs.
TRUTH: The City has not had any discussions with the Wall Dogs or asked them to come to High Springs.
MYTH: The City must approve all murals to be painted on buildings.
TRUTH: Murals painted on buildings within certain areas of the City must meet City regulations. Some areas of the City are not regulated.
MYTH: A ballot item can prevent Wall Dogs from coming to High Springs.
FACT: Special event permits are granted taking into consideration the life, health, safety, and general welfare of High Springs’ citizens and visitors. Special event permits cannot be permitted or denied based on the content of the event. The right to gather and hold events is a protected First Amendment right.