Eugene Mayor Kitty Piercy and Madison Mayor Paul Soglin have a friendly wager regarding the outcome of the upcoming Rose Bowl between the Oregon Ducks and the Wisconsin Badgers - with a slightly different outcome than most bets.
"We both wanted to use this traditional wager in a different way to benefit our communities, especially those most in need," said Piercy. "Mayor Soglin and I have agreed to provide $500 to be used for tools for the Habitat for Humanity organization in the prevailing city.? We will raise the money privately and no city funds are involved. This is a great program serving important needs in our communities."
Homelessness is a growing problem across the country.? US Conference of Mayors CEO Tom Cochran said, "Every year, the Conference of Mayors conducts a survey on the status of hunger and homelessness in America's cities to bring national attention to the issue of families needing emergency services in communities all across the country.? Our goal is to help direct resources to where they are needed as local governments struggle with lower tax bases and dwindling budgets."
Recent events have put homelessness in Eugene even more in focus. Mayor Piercy said, "Eugene is seeing homelessness front and center as the economy continues to struggle. We want to use all the "tools" at our disposal to provide shelter and homes. Habitat for Humanity continues to do its part and for that, we are grateful."
"The need for a day shelter for the homeless in Madison is indicative of the growing problem," said Mayor Soglin.? "Shelters fill quickly in the cold Wisconsin winters."
Soglin said, "I am looking forward to our local workers benefiting from new tools because I truly expect our Badgers to win!"
Piercy replied, " 'In your dreams, Mayor Soglin, but seriously whoever benefits from this wager serves those in need in our country and that's what it's all about."
The Ducks and Badgers kick off the 2012 Rose Bowl on January 2 at 2:00 p.m. local time.
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