Fort Worth unveils signs directing drivers to 'say no' to panhandlers

Fort Worth installs new signs to deter panhandling, promote giving

New signs are going up in Fort Worth targeting panhandling. “It’s okay to say no to panhandlers.” That’s the message posted on signs installed at the North Beach Street and Highway 121 intersection. Over the next few weeks, the city will install the same signs at 27 intersections. According to a city memo, the signs are meant to discourage people from giving to those asking for money while they’re stopped at red lights. Instead, the signs offer …

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Fort Worth unveils signs directing drivers to 'say no' to panhandlers

The new signs direct drivers to donate to several nonprofits supporting people who are homeless in Fort Worth.

Fort Worth installs street signage to discourage driver donations to panhandlers

Fort Worth drivers will soon see new blue signs stationed at more than two dozen key intersections across the city. Emblazoned with the message “It’s OK to say no to panhandlers” in bold, white capital letters, the signs are part of a $55,000 pilot program meant to curb panhandling in Fort Worth. They’re intended to redirect people from donating to panhandlers at intersections and instead consider financially supporting organizations that provid…

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