People from all over the Tampa Bay Area came together to make their voices heard and fight for the state to stop removing artwork on roadways.

People protested using chalk along Central Avenue in St. Pete on Monday.

"I have always loved that its been a welcoming place for everybody no matter what and I just wanted to say that way so thats why I came out today," said Amanda Dinaro, a resident.

For kids, like Amanda Dinaros daughter Abbey, chalk is just a fun activity.

But for Amanda and many others in St. Pete, it has a new meaning

"That St. Pete is a welcoming place for everybody. Thats my number one message for sure," said Dinaro.

People from all over the Tampa Bay Area came together along Central Avenue in Downtown St. Pete with chalk and a plan for their artwork.

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