This is always a tough topic. To me, I see nothing wrong with panhandling on the corner. I have always thought that, as long as the panhandler isn't obstructing traffic or banging on windows and such, it should be allowed. I have always wondered why the fire department can do the boot drives, but a guy down on his luck can't try to scrape up a meal.

I like the idea of the dayworkers, I have read about that project before. The parking meter donation stand, not so much. These people need a meal today, not more "funneling of funds" later.

Good topic, thanks for sharing. Resteemed from Texas!