Police in Cottonwood are looking to crack down on panhandlers by posting signs that ask residents to instead donate to local charities.
Sawmill Square Retail Center, 1635-1695 Cottonwood Street"Our objective is to encourage community members to contribute their financial donations to local charities that have a bigger impact on the homeless population," Officer James ReppPolice advise anyone who wants to donate
financially to the homeless to visit"Money given to panhandlers often times supports addictive behaviors," police added. "This program encourages citizens to donate to organizations that are proven to assist those in need. Helping them in transitioning away from homelessness and toward self-reliance."
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