Rockbridge says no
to panhandling
By Melissa Caron
The Rockbridge County Board of Supervisors voted 3-1 Monday to prohibit the solicitation of money within 15
feet of a four-lane highway.
Supervisors had received complaints from local residents about
individuals from out of the area who were asking for money near the
Lexington Crossing Shopping Center.
But the new ordinance also prohibits local organizations from advertising or asking
for money within 15 feet of a four-lane highway.
Supervisors said they could find no other way to deal with the issue.
The ordinance will take effect Monday.
Rockbridge County
Board of Supervisors
Produced by Washington and Lee journalism students.
Lead supervisor: Prof. Brian Richardson
Reporting supervisors:
Technical supervisor: Michael Todd