Mayoral candidate Rahm Emanuel said today he would allow advertising on city vehicle stickers, garbage trucks and at public events like farmers markets to help pay for an after-school program to protect students from violence by keeping them off the streets.The former White House chief of staff hopes to raise $25 million through the ad push, according to information released at an Emanuel news conference.
The total cost of Emanuel's proposed after-school program would be $95 million annually, according to a news release. It would expand on existing after-school programs like After School Matters, and tap federal funding and partnerships with local businesses to cover much of the cost.
City clerk candidate Susana Mendoza* issued a statement pointing out that she proposed the city sticker advertising idea last month. Mendoza, a state lawmaker, said the money should go toward hiring more police.
* Read the January 4 press statement, regarding this topic, from Rep Susana Mendoza about Rahm Emaunel's plan.
* Click here to view all the articles about the Susana Mendoza proposal for ads on city stickers.
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