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City gun turn-in program in need of cash

http://newsblogs.chicagotribune.com/clout_st/2010/04/city-gun-turnin-program-in-need-of-cash.html

Mayor Richard Daley today urged Chicagoans to turn in firearms in exchange for a prepaid credit card, but the city is going to have to pass the hat to come up with enough money to cover the yearly program.

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Two years ago, $130,000 was raised for the annual drive. Last year, it was down to $69,000 in donations and the mayor said the poor economy continues to drive down donations this year. About $46,000 has been raised so far this year for the program, with more than 150 businesses contributing, according to mayoral spokesman Lance Lewis.

Well at least the $$ isn't coming from the city's beleaguered coffers.