Historical September 1996 article. Dates, prices, services and contacts describe the source period; current availability has not been established.
At a recent Skinker DeBaliviere Community Council meeting a person raised a concern about the practice of some fundraising groups of soliciting cash donations on the medians and in the streets of intersections in the neighborhood.
The man barely avoided striking a child with his car and was shaken by the experience.
The resultant discussion underscored that the solicitation of funds in this way requires a permit and that such solicitation must be made from the medians only. Walking in the streets among the cars is prohibited for all, regardless of age. Breaches of the regulations can result in a fine.
The police department advises that those who wish to report violations of the relevant ordinance should call 911, because this is the only way a police car will be dispatched.
They indicate that a call to the nonemergency number will only result in the caller’s being referred to 911.
The dangers presented to children by this practice, the distraction to motorists, and the unfortunate symbolism embodied in it combine to make it something to be discouraged.
The Times would appreciate reaction from readers on this issue.
Originally published in The Times of Skinker-DeBaliviere, September 1996.
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