The Traffic Box Wrap Project is a public art initiative that transforms traffic signal boxes into canvases for local artists. These wraps beautify neighborhoods, reduce graffiti, and promote community engagement. Cities like Olympia, Denton, and Sugar Land have successfully implemented similar programs. 

Here's a more detailed look at the project:

• Purpose:

  The project aims to enhance the visual appeal of public spaces by adding artwork to otherwise utilitarian traffic signal boxes. 

• Community Involvement:

  Many cities involve the community in the selection process, often through public voting or submissions from local artists. 

• Aesthetic and Practical Benefits:

  The wraps can be more than just decorative. They can reduce graffiti, deter vandalism, and create a sense of place and identity within a neighborhood. 

• Examples:

  • Pierce County, WA: The Pierce County (.gov) project aims to enhance neighborhood identity and promote community dialogue. 

  • Olympia, WA: The city has 72 traffic box wraps displayed and invites community members to submit their work for a public vote, according to the city of Olympia (.gov). 

  • Denton, TX: The city's program started with public doodles and has expanded to include student and community submissions, according to the city of Denton. 

  • Sugar Land, TX: The project is part of a broader public art plan and aims to create memorable, meaningful places within the city. 

• Selection Process:

  Artists typically submit digital designs that are then reviewed by a selection committee. Chosen designs are then printed and installed on the traffic boxes. 

• Materials:

  The wraps are usually made of vinyl, which can withstand outdoor conditions and be digitally printed with high-resolution images. 

• Location:

  The specific locations for the traffic box wraps are often determined by the city and may be focused on specific areas, such as cultural arts districts or along major roadways.