CHARLOTTE, N.C. — Charlotte leaders are relying on street signs to encourage civic engagement and neighborhood pride.
City officials said eight new "Can Do!" signs were erected, with each including a message and hashtag encouraging people to share what they love to do in that public space.
Crews have placed the signs on city properties, including the Government Center and Romare Bearden Park.
City leaders said most signs list things people are prohibited from doing, and they hope the new project will encourage positive behaviors in an unexpected way.
The eight new signs, installed on Monday, are inspired by feedback received in contest, through social media and from a middle school. One of the signs suggests looking up at the sky. That sign will be posted in a park.
A Spanish-language sign which translates to "run with your dog" will be posted at a nature preserve. Also, a series of dance-inspired signs will run along North Davidson Street, inviting passers-by to show off their best moves.
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