text: I agree.  I and the car in front of me almost hit a Relay for Life person last year as she darted out into traffic in her "Fairy" costume to fill her little butterfly net.  Also, the fireman seem to dart out into the traffic trying to get as many dollars as possible from the passing vehicles during rush hour traffic.  I would think they of all people would know better considering some of the emergency calls they have to respond to.
  
  I can't see what makes this any less dangerous than the panhandlers asking for money at a street corner.
  
  However, I don't believe this ordinance is a true safety issue, I do believe this is an end run around protected First Amendment speech.  
  
  Myself, I do not give to any of the panhandlers whether they are at an intersection, a grocery store, or even the Post Office.  I suggest they contact St. Vincent de Paul, Catholic Charities, or the Eugene Mission if they are sincere about needing help.