Colorado Springs city councilmember Jerry Heimlicher came up with this great idea (inspired by a similar program in Denver) a couple of years ago: instead of giving your spare change to panhandlers on the streets, put the money into one of these colorful parking meters. Yes, we have a homeless problem in Colorado Springs, especially downtown. If you spend any time downtown, chances are at some point you're going to get panhandled. The generous, idealistic part of you wants to give these poor people money, but the realist in you understands that if you do, it'll likely go to drugs or alcohol. If you put that money into one of these meters instead, it'll go to programs to help provide food, shelter and services to the homeless. I like that!
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