The Greater Syracuse Land Bank is implementing a project that organizes students and volunteers to paint murals on the plywood that is used to secure windows and doors of vacant houses. The purpose of the Land Bank is to return vacant or underutilized properties to productive use. To date, the Land Bank has acquired over 1,200 properties and currently owns over 800 properties in Syracuse. The Land Bank will host a weekend painting event open to the public on June 3. The community as a whole will have the opportunity to participate in brightening up the city. Paint, plywood and a place to paint will be provided. Completed boards will be located on Land Bank properties throughout the city.