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| Housing Authority of the City Foley |
$1,430 |
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The Housing Authority of Foley will reprogram $1,000 of its FY 1999 Public and Indian Housing Drug Elimination Program grant funding ($25,000) and will receive $430 in matching funds from HUD for a total of $1,430 for the Gun BuyBack Initiative. The Authority's goal is to take approximately 28 guns of the street. In taking guns out to the hands of owners, it is hoped that there will be a reduction in gun violence in public housing. The Housing Authority will work in cooperation with the Foley Police Department in disposing the weapons. Contact Person:
Donald C. Hyche |
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Prichard Housing Authority |
$7,500 |
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The Prichard Housing Authority will reprogram $5,245 of its FY1999 Public and Indian Housing Drug Elimination Program grant funding ($94,574) and will receive $2,255 in matching funds from HUD for a total of $7,500 for its Gun BuyBack Initiative. The Authority seeks to remove approximately 150 guns off the street in exchange for $50 per gun. They will achieve this goal through utilizing public service announcements, press conferences and releases. The Prichard Police Department shall destroy all guns in accordance with established state and federal laws. Contact Person:
Charles Pharr |
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Talladega Housing Authority |
$2,860 |
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The Housing Authority of the City of Talladega will reprogram $2,000 of its FY1999 PHDEP grant funding ($109,310) and will receive $860 in matching funds from HUD for a total of $2,860 for its Gun Buyback Initiative. The goal of this program is to take approximately 57 guns off the street. For every gun that is brought in, the person returning it wil receive a $50 gift certificate food or merchandise. Talladega Housing Authority will seek additional funding sources from the private sector. The Authority will work in cooperation with the Talladega City Police Department in their disposal of the guns. Contact Person:
Royce Faulkner |
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Flagstaff Housing Authority |
$5,005 |
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The Flagstaff Housing Authority will reprogram $3,500 of its FY1999 Public and Indian Housing Drug Elimination Program grant funding ($53,226) and will receive $1,505 in matching funds from HUD for a total of $5,005 for its Gun BuyBack Initiative. The Housing Authority anticipates removing approximately 100 guns off the street at a cost of $50 each. The Housing Authority will work in cooperation with the Flagstaff Police Department in their disposal of the guns in an effort to reduce the number of accidental shootings, suicides, domestic and gun violence in and around public housing. To increase public awareness of firearm safety and other areas that are crucial to public safety, members of local TV, radio and newspaper media have already pledged their support to publicize this program. Contact Person:
Michael A. Gouhin |
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Housing Authority of the City of Camden |
$30,030 |
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The Housing Authority of the City of Camden, Arkansas will reprogram $21,000 of its FY1999 Public and Indian Housing Drug Elimination Program grant funding $117,448) and will receive $9,030 in matching funds from HUD for a total of $30,030 for its Gun BuyBack Initiative. The Housing Authority will remove approximately 600 guns off the street in exchange for $50 in cash and/or any gift certificates donated by local merchants. Camden is hoping to use several larger gift certificates for a large drawing. The initiative will be located near one of Camden's larger family developments adjacent to a heavily traveled area, historically the site of much drug and criminal activity. The Housing Authority's goal is to reduce the number of accidental shootings, suicides, domestic and gun violence in and around public housing. The Housing Authority will work in cooperation with the Camden Police Department in their disposal of the guns. Contact Person:
James R. Coleman |
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Marin Housing Authority |
$4,290 |
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The Marin Housing Authority will reprogram $3,000 of its FY1999 Public and Indian Housing Drug Elimination Program grant funding ($109,970) and will receive $1,290 in matching funds from HUD for a total of $4,290 for its Gun BuyBack Initiative. The authority's goal is to take approximately 575 guns off the street during the period March 1, 2000 through March 1, 2001. The Marin Housing Authority will provide $50 gift certificates for all guns surrendered. The program will be administered by the Marin County Sheriff's Department and promoted by the Marin Housing Authority, the Marin City Resident Management Corporation and the Sheriff's Department. Contact Person:
Janet Miller Schoder |
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San Francisco Housing Authority |
$71,500 |
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The San Francisco Housing Authority will reprogram $50,000 of its FY1999 Public and Indian Housing Drug Elimination Program grant funding ($1,333,719) and will receive $21,500 in matching funds from HUD for a total of $71,500 for its Gun BuyBack Initiative. The authority's goal is to take approximately 500 guns off the street at a cost of $100 each. The San Francisco Housing Authority will also provide gift certificates, food vouchers or other incentives of value. The Housing Authority will work in cooperation with the San Francisco Police Department in the disposal of guns. This initiative will improve stronger bonds with the community in partnership to reduce crime and violence. Contact Person:
Ronnie Davis |
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The Housing Authority of the City of Hartford |
$14,300 |
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The Housing Authority of the City of Hartford will reprogram $10,000 of its FY 1999 Public and Indian Housing Drug Elimination Program grant ($497,505) and will receive $4,300 in matching funds from HUD for a total of $14,300 for its Gun Buyback Initiative. The goal of this program is to take approximately 135 guns off the street. Guns will be exchanged for a $75 voucher for food or merchandise. The Housing Authority will work with the Hartford Police Department in an effort to locate, buyback and eliminate as many gun as possible from circulation in the City of Hartford. Contact Person:
John D. Wardlaw |
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Housing Authority of the City of Meriden |
$7,150 |
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The Housing Authority of the City of Meriden will reprogram $5,000 of its FY1999 Public and Indian Housing Drug Elimination Program grant funding ($106,671) and will receive $2,150 in matching funds from HUD for a total of $7,150 for its Gun BuyBack Initiative. The Authority's goal is to take approximately 143 guns off the street. Additionally, in exchange for a $100 voucher for each gun, monitory contributions will be solicited from area businesses and state and local government to support their efforts. The City of Meriden Police Department has conducted this activity in the past and is very enthusiastic about the possibility of doing it again in cooperation with the Meriden Housing Authority. Contact Person:
David Sunshine |
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New Britain Housing Authority |
$7,150 |
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New Britain Housing Authority will reprogram $5,000 of its FY1999 Public and Indian Housing Drug Elimination Program grant funding ($177,492) and will receive $2,150 in matching funds from HUD for a total of $7,150 for its Gun BuyBack Initiative. The Authority's goal is to take approximately 250 guns off the street. The expected buyback per weapon has not been determined, but the involved parties were in agreement that no cash would be exchanged and that between $50 and $75 in vouchers would be appropriate. The Housing Authority will work in cooperation with the New Britain Police Department in disposing the guns. This initiative has created an environment of cooperation and collaboration among the stakeholders of the community. Contact Person:
Paul Vayer |
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Housing Authority of the City of Norwalk |
$10,000 |
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The Housing Authority of the City of Norwalk will reprogram $6,993 of the FY1999 Public and Indian Housing Drug Elimination Program funding ($181,011) and will receive $3,007 in matching funds from HUD for a total of $10,000 for its Gun BuyBack Initiative. The goal of this program is to take approximately 100 guns off the street. A check for $100 will be provided to each participant that turns in a gun. The Housing Authority will work in cooperation with the local Police Department in their disposal of the guns. The program will be marketed at all Norwalk Housing Authority sites. The Police Department will be responsible for gun collection locations, tracing and documentation of guns, and destruction and disposition of guns. Contact Person:
Greg Dunn |
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Housing Authority of the City of Stamford |
$71,500 |
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The Housing Authority of the City of Stamford will reprogram $50,000 of its FY1999 Public and Indian Housing Drug Elimination Program grant funding ($184,970) and will receive $21,500 in matching funds from HUD for a total of $71,500 for its Gun BuyBack Initiative. The Authority's goal is to take approximately 500 guns off the street. For every gun that is brought back, the person will receive $100 gift certificates, food vouchers, or certificates for merchandise. The amount may be increased by discounts or extra merchandise made available by businesses participating in the initiative. The Stamford Police Department will conduct the Gun Buyback Initiative in conjunction with Stamford Housing Authority to make this a very effective program. Contact Person:
Edward Schwartz |
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Housing Authority of the City of Tampa |
$71,500 |
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The Housing Authority of the City of Tampa will reprogram $50,000 of its HUD FY1999 Public Housing Drug Elimination Program grant funding ($1,085,626) and will receive $21,500 in matching funds from HUD for a total of $71,500 for its Gun Buyback Initiative. The Authority's goal is to take approximately 1,400 guns off the street in exchange for $50 gift certificates. The program will be tied to an already existing gun buyback program that has been held in the area for the last two years. Public housing developments will be made safer with a lesser number of guns available. This will allow the housing authority to concentrate on other programs that will uplift the public housing residents. The Authority will work in cooperation with the City of Tampa Police Department in disposing the guns. Contact Person:
James Harold |
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Metro-Dade Housing Agency |
$71,500 |
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The Miami-Dade Housing Agency will reprogram $50,000 of its FY1999 Public and Indian Housing Drug Elimination Program grant funding ($2,426,163) and will receive $21,500 in matching funds from HUD for a total of $71,500 for its Gun BuyBack Initiative. The Authority's goal is to take approximately 1000 guns off the street in exchange for $50.00 in cash or gift certificates. Department stores and local grocery chains will be contacted to donate gift certificates as incentives for turning in guns. The gun buyback funds will allow Miami-Dade County and its private sector partners to continue efforts to reduce firearm injuries in the community. The Authority will work in cooperation with the Metro-Dade Police Department in disposing the guns. Contact Person:
Rene Rodriguez |
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Housing Authority of the City of Augusta |
$14,300 |
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The Housing Authority of the City of Augusta, GA will reprogram $10,000 of its FY1999 Public and Indian Housing Drug Elimination Program grant funding ($610,555) and will receive $4,300 in matching funds from HUD for a total of $14,300 for its Gun BuyBack Initiative. The Authority through this initiative will take approximately 286 guns off the street in exchange for a $50 gift certificate. Every effort will be made available to involve the community as a whole in this initiative. Additional funds will be solicited as well as free advertising, additional discounts and other support. The Authority seeks to reverse the gun violence because it adversely impacts the community. The Authority will work in cooperation with the Richmond County Sheriff's Department in disposing the guns. Contact Person:
Jacob L. Oglasby |
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Housing Authority of the City of Rome |
$3,575 |
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The Housing Authority of the City of Rome, GA will reprogram $2500 of its FY1999 Public and Indian Housing Drug Elimination Program grant funding ($241,934) and will receive $1,075 in matching funds from HUD for a total of $3,575 for its Gun Buyback Initiative. The Authority's goal is to take approximately 75 guns off the street in exchange for $50 cash. Both the police department and the housing authority are working continuously to rid public housing of drug violence. This program is a great tool in the realization of this goal. The Authority will work in cooperation with the City of Rome Police Department in disposing the guns. Contact Person:
Bill Vasser |
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Housing Authority of Columbus, Georgia |
$25,025 |
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The Housing Authority of Columbus, Georgia will reprogram $17,500 of its FY1999 Public and Indian Housing Drug Elimination Program grant funding ($477,711) and will receive $7,525 in matching funds from HUD for a total of $25,025 for its Gun BuyBack Initiative. The Authority's goal is to take approximately 800 guns off the street. For every gun that is brought back the person will receive a $50 gift certificate. The result of this initiative will be multifaceted. It will immediately remove a source of violence. It will show the community that the Housing Authority, the City and Police Department are committed to reducing violence. It will strengthen the bonds between the community and local agencies by showing the residents that the Authority and the Police Department are sincerely concerned about their well being. The Housing Authority of Columbus, Georgia will work in cooperation with the Columbus Police Department in disposing the guns. Contact Person:
Stanley E. Keene |
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Housing Authority of the City of Atlanta |
$7,150 |
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The Housing Authority of the City of Atlanta, Georgia (AHA) will reprogram $5,000 of its FY1999 Public and Indian Housing Drug Elimination grant funding ($2,287,601) and will receive $2,150 in matching from HUD for a total of 7,150 for its Gun Buyback Initiative. The Authority goal is to remove guns off the street in exchange for $50 in cash and/or vouchers for food or merchandise. The Housing Authority of the City of Atlanta, Georgia and the City of Atlanta desire to continue to work cooperatively to reduce the level of gun-related violence both in and adjacent to AHA communities, so that AHA residents may enjoy peaceful and safe communities in which to live. The Authority will work with the City of Atlanta Police Department in the disposal of the guns. Contact Person:
Rick White |
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Housing Authority of the City of Cordele |
$9,295 |
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The Housing Authority of the City of Cordele will reprogram $6,500 of its FY1999 Public and Indian Housing Drug Elimination Program grant funding ($104,472) and will receive $2,795 in matching funds from HUD for a total of $9,295 for its Gun BuyBack Initiative. The Authority's goal is to take approximately 130 guns off the street in exchange for $50.00 of equivalent value. Weapons will be destroyed by a local business that has a means to melt the weapons. The activity will be supervised by the Cordele Police Department and the Crisp County's Sheriff office. All the participants look forward in participating in this initiative to reduce the number of tragedies involving guns. Contact Person:
Susan Leger-Boike |
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Savannah Housing Authority |
$7,150 |
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The Housing Authority of Savannah will reprogram $5,000 of its FY1999 Public and Indian Housing Drug Elimination Program grant funding ($587,461) and will receive $2,150 in matching funds from HUD for a total of $7,150 for its Gun BuyBack Initiative. The Authority's goal is to take approximately 143 guns off the street. The Authority will provide $50 gift certificates as exchange for any weapons submitted. Savannah Housing Authority anticipates other local funding or donations from the business community. This probably will increase the number to 150 plus. The gun buyback will take place over a two day period in two different public housing developments. The Authority will work in cooperation with the Savannah Police Department in disposing the guns. Contact Person:
Richard W. Collins |
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Hawaii Hsg. and Comm. Dev. Corp |
$22,880 |
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The Hawaii Housing and Community Development Corporation will reprogram $16,000 of its FY1999 Public and Indian Housing Drug Elimination Program grant funding ($1,189,218) and will receive $6,880 in matching funds from HUD for a total of $22,880 for its Gun BuyBack Initiative. The PHA's goal is to take approximately 455 guns off the street. The Hawaii Housing and Community Development Corporation will provide $50 for each firearm turned in during the gun buyback period. Each person who turns in a firearm will be issued a $50 voucher that can be cashed by an independent third party, such as the Bank of Hawaii or Crime Stoppers. Outreach to the communities will be conducted via television, radio, and print media. The HCDCH has successfully recruited communication partners in the community to promote the gun buyback initiative and increase awareness through donated television airtime and newspaper stories and are presently negotiating with local radio stations for public announcements. The Housing Authority will work in cooperation with the Honolulu Police Department in disposing the guns. Contact Person:
Donald K. W. Lau |
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Chicago HA |
$143,000 |
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The Chicago Housing Authority (CHA) will reprogram $100,000 of its FY 99 Public and Indian Housing Drug Elimination Program grant funding ($8,443,514) and will receive $43,000 in matching funds from HUD for a total of $143,000 for its Gun Buyback Initiative. The Housing Authority anticipates taking approximately 1,000 guns off the street at the cost of $100 each. The Gun Buyback Initiative will target fourteen CHA public housing developments currently funded under the Authority's Public Housing and Indian Housing Drug Elimination Program. The gun buyback program will take place in early June 2000, one week before the end of the school year. The Housing Authority will work in cooperation with the Chicago Police Department in the disposal of the guns. Contact Person:
Robert Braye |
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Rockford Housing Authority |
$20,020 |
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The Rockford HA will reprogram $14,000 of its FY1999 Public and Indian Housing Drug Elimination Grant $441,640) and will receive $6,020 in matching funds from HUD for a total of $20,020 for its Gun Buyback Initiative. The goal of this program is to take approximately 400 guns off the street in exchange for $50 in cash. The Housing Authority will use this opportunity to increase the bond and trust between the police and the senders. The Authority will work in cooperation with the Rockford Police Department in disposing the guns. Contact Person:
Paul Hackerson |
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Randolph County Housing Authority |
$4,290 |
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The Randolph County Housing Authority will reprogram $3,000 of its FY1999 Public and Indian Housing Drug Elimination Program grant funding ($48,607) and will receive $1,290 in matching funds from HUD for a total of $4,290 for its Gun BuyBack Initiative. The Housing Authority's goal is to take approximately 85 guns off the street at a cost of $50 each. The Housing Authority will work in cooperation with the City of Chester and the Sparta Police Departments in their efforts to reduce the number of accidental shootings, suicides, domestic and gun violence in and around public housing and disposal of the guns. Contact Person:
Chris Blechle |
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Housing Authority of City of Gary, Indiana |
$7,150 |
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The Housing Authority of the City of Gary, Indiana will reprogram $5,000 of its FY1999 Public and Indian Housing Drug Elimination Program grant funding ($533,356) and will receive $2,150 in matching funds from HUD for a total of $7,150 for its Gun BuyBack Initiative. The goal of this program is to take approximately 143 guns off the street. For every gun that is brought back the person receives a$50 certificate. Additional value in the form of discounts or extra merchandise made available by businesses participating in the initiative may also be offered. In conjunction with the Housing Authority's gun buyback program, it will run a toy gun turn in. Children are encouraged to turn in their toy guns to their local police department in exchange for McDonald's gift certificates. The Housing Authority will work in cooperation with the Gary Police Department in disposing the guns. Contact Person:
Edward Bland |
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Housing Authority City of Hammond |
$5,720 |
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The Housing Authority of the Hammond will reprogram $4,000 of its FY1999 Public and Indian Housing Drug Elimination Program grant funding (131,744) and will receive $1,720 in matching funds from HUD for a total of $5,720 for its Gun Buyback Initiative. The Authority's goal is to take approximately 114 guns of the streets in exchange for a $50 gift certificate from a local mall. The additional value in the form of discounts or extra merchandise made available by businesses participating in the initiative may be offered. The program will begin with a public awareness campaign - billboards, press releases and full page advertisements telling people where the guns can be turned in. The Authority will work in cooperation with the Hammond Police Department and the County Prosecutor's Office in disposing the guns. Contact Person:
Maria Becorra |
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Jeffersonville Housing Authority |
$ 2,002 |
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The Jeffersonville Housing Authority will reprogram 1,400 of its FY99 Public and Indian Housing Drug Elimination Program grant funding ($83,797) and will receive $602 in matching funds from HUD for a total of $2002 for its Gun Buyback Initiative. The Housing Authority anticipates taking approximately 50 guns off the street for $ 50 cash payment for each gun. The City of Jeffersonville will contribute $500.00. The Authority will work with the Jeffersonville Police Department in the disposal of the guns. Contact Person: Carroll Gowens Phone (812) 283-3553 |
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Kansas City, Kansas Housing Authority |
$42,900 |
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The Kansas City, Kansas Housing Authority will reprogram $30,000 of its FY1999 Public and Indian Housing Drug Elimination Program grant funding ($477,271) and will receive $12,900 in matching funds from HUD for a total of $42,900 for its Gun BuyBack Initiative. The Authority's goal is to take approximately 940 guns off the street in exchange for food vouchers and other gift certificates for clothes and household items. Additionally, the Authority expects to leverage 10% of the budget through contributions from the private sector. The Authority will work in cooperation with the Kansas City, Kansas Police Department in disposing of the guns. Contact Person:
Thomas Stibal |
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Housing Authority of Frankfort |
$2,860 |
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The Housing Authority of Frankfort will reprogram $2,000 of its FY99 Public and Indian Housing Drug Elimination Program grant funding ($52,566) and will receive $860 in matching funds from HUD for a total of $2,860 for its Gun Buyback Initiative. The Housing Authority anticipates in taking approximately 40 guns off the street at the cost of $50 each. The Frankfort Police Department will work with the Housing Authority in the disposal of the guns. Contact Person:
Michael A. Field |
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Housing Authority of Louisville |
$28,600 |
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The Housing Authority of Louisville will reprogram $20,000 of its FY1999 Public and Indian Housing Drug Elimination Program grant funding ($1,031,961) and will receive $8,600 in matching funds from HUD for a total of $28,600 for its Gun BuyBack Initiative. The gun buyback will remove 300 to 500 guns off the streets of Louisville. For every gun brought in, a person will receive a $50 voucher in lieu of cash. The Housing Authority of Louisville feels that this initiative will have an impact on unintentional shootings in public housing. The Housing Authority will work in cooperation with the Louisville Police Department in disposing of the guns. Contact Person:
Andrea Duncan |
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Housing Authority of Columbia |
$1,144 |
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The Housing Authority of Columbia will reprogram $800 of its FY1999 Public and Indian Housing Drug Elimination Program grant funding ($25,000) and will receive $344 in matching funds from HUD for a total of $1,144 for its Gun BuyBack Initiative. The Authority will remove approximately 25 to 30 guns off the street. To encourage participation in the initiative the Housing Authority of Columbia plans to partner with local businesses and organizations such as K-Mart to match $50 for every gun returned. The exchange will be in the form of vouchers or certificates. The Housing Authority of Columbia will work in cooperation with the Jamestown Police Department in disposing the guns and reducing gun-related violence in the communities of Adair and Russell County. Contact Person:
Shannon Biggs |
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Housing Authority of Princeton |
$2,860 |
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The Housing Authority of Princeton will reprogram $2,000 of the FY1999 Public and Indian Housing Drug Elimination Program funding ($25,000) and will receive $860 in matching funds from HUD for a total $2,860 for its Gun BuyBack Initiative. The goal of this program is to take approximately 50 guns off the street. The Authority will provide gift certificates, food vouchers or other incentives of value for any weapons submitted. In taking these guns out of the hands of owners it is hoped that there will be a reduction in the number of accidental shootings, suicides, domestic and gun violence in and around public housing. The Authority will work in cooperation with the Princeton Police Department in their disposal of the guns. Contact Person:
Gail Wallace |
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Lexington-Fayette Urban County Housing Authority |
$71,500 |
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The Lexington-Fayette County Housing Authority will reprogram $50,000 of its FY1999 Public and Indian Housing Drug Elimination Program grant funding ($393,913) and will receive $21,500 in matching funds from HUD for a total of $71,500 for its Gun Buyback Initiative. The Authority's goal is to take 1,400 guns off the street. In a continuing effort to make neighborhoods safer and more secure, the Lexington-Fayette County Housing Authority is teaming up with the Lexington Police and the Bureau of Alcohol, Tobacco and Fire Arms to collect firearms at sites throughout Lexington in exchange for $50.00 gift certificates and/or cash payments. Also, the Authority will work in cooperation with the Lexington Police Department in disposing the guns. Contact Person:
Austin Simms |
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Housing Authority of Martin |
$1,430 |
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The Housing Authority of Martin will reprogram $1,000 of its FY 99 Public and Indian Housing Drug Elimination Program grant funding ($28,152) and will receive $430 in matching funds from HUD for a total of $1,430 for its Gun Buyback Initiative. The Housing Authority anticipates in taking approximately 20 guns off the street. The person returning the gun will receive a $ 50 gift certificate either for food or merchandise. The Housing Authority will work with the Martin Police Department in the disposal of the guns. Contact Person:
Robert B. Coleman
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Housing Authority of the City of Annapolis |
$5,005 |
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The Housing Authority of the City of Annapolis will reprogram $3,500 of its FY1999 Public and Indian Housing Drug Elimination Program grant funding ($242,814) and will receive $1,500 in matching funds from HUD for a total of $5,005 for its Gun BuyBack Initiative. The Authority's is to take approximately 90 guns off the street. The Annapolis Housing Authority will offer $50 for each weapon received during the program period. A payment of $100 may be authorized by the on-scene supervisor for weapons that pose a heightened danger to the community. The Annapolis Housing Authority will work in cooperation with the Annapolis Police Department in disposing the guns. Contact Person:
Patricia Holden Croslan |
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Housing Authority of Baltimore City |
$286,000 |
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The Housing Authority of Baltimore City will reprogram $200,000 of its FY1999 Public and Indian Housing Drug Elimination Program grant funding ($3,516,848) and will receive $86,000 in matching funds from HUD for a total of $286,000 for its Gun BuyBack Initiative. The Authority's goal is to remove approximately 2,860 guns off the street. Cash payments for firearms turned in during the initiative will range from $50 to $100 and/or business partnership donations. The initial gun buyback will be a one-day event conducted at four sites that will be located in the east, west, south and north sections of Baltimore. Subsequent gun buybacks will be conducted at scheduled intervals until all funding has been utilized. The Housing Authority will work in cooperation with the City of Baltimore Police Department in disposing the guns. Contact Person:
Pat Payne |
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Springfield Housing Authority |
$21,450 |
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The Springfield Housing Authority will reprogram $15,000 of its FY1999 Public and Indian Housing Drug Elimination Program grant funding ($291,861) and will receive $6,450 in matching funds from HUD for a total of $21,450 for its Gun BuyBack Initiative. The Authority's goal is to take approximately 500 guns off the street. The Springfield Housing Authority will provide gift certificates or other incentives of value ($50) for any weapon submitted. The Authority in collaboration with the City of Springfield Police Department and the Hamden County's District Attorney's Office will work together in disposing the guns. This initiative will result in reducing the number of accidental or unintentional shootings, murders, domestic violence and other forms of gun violence. Contact Person:
Paul Bailey |
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Worcester Housing Authority |
$2,038 |
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The Worcester Housing Authority will reprogram $1,425 of its FY1999 Public and Indian Housing Drug Elimination Program grant funding ($622,651) and will receive $613 in matching funds from HUD for a total of $2,038 for its Gun BuyBack Initiative. The Authority's goal is to take approximately 50 guns off the street. For every gun that is brought back the person will receive $50. The Worchester Police Department working with the Authority plan the gun buyback program for the spring of 2000 in the Great Brook Valley community. They anticipate conducting this initiative one or two days per week over a period of four weeks in order to gain the widest possible support. Contact Person:
Daniel Moynihan |
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Malden Housing Authority |
$7,250 |
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The Malden Housing Authority will reprogram $5,070 of its FY1999 Public and Indian Housing Drug Elimination Program grant funding ($217,081) and will receive $2,180 in matching funds from HUD for a total of $7,250 for its Gun BuyBack Initiative. The Authority's goal of this program is to take approximately 100 guns off the street at a cost of $50 each and develop a cooperative venture between the Malden Housing Authority and the Police Department to combat crime and violence. The Housing Authority also will provide gift certificates in exchange for guns. Efforts to increase the amount of value per exchange are contemplated to include businesses, philanthropic groups and social, fraternal and civic organizations. The Housing Authority will work in cooperation with the Malden Police Department in disposing of the guns. Contact Person:
John Daly |
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City of Detroit Housing Commission |
$21,450 |
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The City of Detroit Housing Department will reprogram $15,000 of its FY1999 Public and Indian Housing Drug Elimination Program grant funding ($1,344,716) and will receive $6,450 in matching funds from HUD for a total of $21,450 for its Gun BuyBack Initiative. The Authority's goal is to take approximately 429 guns off the street. The Detroit Housing Commission will provide gift certificates and/or $50 cash for every weapon surrendered by participating public housing residents. This innovative program in concert with an ongoing aggressive community policing strategy of the Detroit Police Public Housing Support Unit will have a noticeable impact in reducing gun violence in and around public housing. The Housing Authority will work in cooperation with the Detroit Police Department in disposing the guns. Contact Person:
Roberta Sharpe |
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River Rouge Housing Commission |
$10,725 |
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The River Rouge Housing Commission will reprogram $7,500 of its FY1999 Public and Indian Housing Drug Elimination Program grant funding ($65,982) and will receive $3,225 in matching funds from HUD for a total of $10,725 for its Gun BuyBack Initiative. The Commission's goal is to take approximately 200 guns off the street in exchange for $50 for each gun returned. Housing officials are excited about the program. They have the support of the business community in the form of "in- kind" money. This initiative will lessen the impact of gun violence in certain neighborhoods. The Housing Authority will work in cooperation with the Police Department in disposing the guns. Contact Person:
Miranda White |
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Saginaw Housing Commission |
$4,290 |
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The Saginaw Housing Commission will reprogram $3,000 of its FY1999 Public and Indian Housing Drug Elimination Program grant funding ($132,404) and will receive $1,290 in matching funds from HUD for a total of $4,290 for its Gun BuyBack Initiative. The Authority's goal is to take approximately 100 guns off the street. The Saginaw Housing Commission will purchase vouchers from a local department store to be used for food, clothing, children's toys, household goods and personal items. The Saginaw Housing Commission will work in cooperation with the Saginaw Police Department in disposing the guns. Contact Person:
Mario Soza |
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Inkster Housing Commission |
$57,915 |
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The Inkster Housing Commission will reprogram $40,500 of its FY1999 Public and Indian Housing Drug Elimination Program grant funding ($188,709) and will receive $17,415 in matching funds from HUD for a total of $57,915 for its Gun Buyback Initiative. The Commission's goal is to remove guns off the street. Individuals will be issued cash and/or a voucher in increments of $25 for old guns, $35 for medium range and $50 for newer weapons. This initiative will result in reducing accidental shooting of children. The Authority will work in cooperation with the Inkester Police Department in disposing of guns. Contact Person:
Floyd B. Simmons |
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Flint Housing Commission |
$100,100 |
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The Flint Housing Commission will reprogram $70,000 of its FY1999 Public and Indian Housing Drug Elimination Program grant funding ($274,486) and will receive $30,100 in matching funds from HUD for a total of $100,100 for its Gun BuyBack Initiative. The Commission's goal is to take approximately 2,000 guns off the street. For every gun that is brought back the person will receive $50 gift certificate. Prior to the implementation of the program, a massive media campaign will be launched. The focus of the Flint Housing Commission is on bringing law enforcement, local businesses, community groups and stakeholders together to focus attention on gun violence and strive for a safer community for all. The Housing Commission will work in cooperation with the Flint Police Department in disposing the guns. Contact Person:
Reginald Richardson |
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Housing Authority of the City of Hannibal |
$10,010 |
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The Hannibal Housing Authority will reprogram $7,000 of its FY 1999 Public and Indian Housing Drug Elimination Program grant funding ($56,525) and will receive $3,010 in matching funds from HUD for a total for $10,010 for its Gun BuyBack Initiative. The Authority's goal is to take approximately 200 guns off the street at $50 each. However, the price may change in the event that a particular brutal weapon is surrendered. The Housing Authority will work in cooperation with the Hannibal Police Department and the Marion County Sheriff in disposing the guns. Contact Person:
Shirley Bomar |
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Mississippi Regional Housing Authority No. VIII |
$42,900 |
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The Mississippi Regional Housing Authority VIII will reprogram $30,000 of its FY99 Public and Indian Housing Drug Elimination Program grant funding ($398, 752) and will receive $12,900 in matching funds from HUD for a total of $42,900 for its Gun Buyback Initiative. The Housing Authority anticipates in taking approximately 858 guns off the street in exchange for $50 in cash. Additional incentives of discounts or extra merchandise made available by businesses participating in the initiative may also be offered. Pascagoula and Gulfport Port Police Departments will work with the Housing Authority in the disposal of the guns. Contact Person:
Roy Nacaise |
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Housing Authority of the City of Orange |
$10,010 |
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The Housing Authority of the City of Orange will reprogram $7,000 of its FY1999 Public and Indian Housing Drug Elimination Program grant funding ($116,348) and will receive $3,010 in matching funds from HUD for a total of $10,010 for its Gun BuyBack Initiative. The goal of this program is to make the City of Orange a safer place. For every gun that is brought back a value equivalent of $50 will be offered for each hand gun and a value equivalent of $75 to $100 will be offered for any weapon over 150 rounds (ie.TEC-9, rifles). The Housing Authority has commitments from various supermarkets to offer food vouchers in exchange for guns. The Housing Authority will work in cooperation with the Orange City Police Department in disposing the guns. Contact Person:
Judith Aquino |
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Newark Housing Authority |
$715,000 |
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The Newark Housing Authority will reprogram $500,000 of its FY1999 Public and Indian Housing Drug Elimination Program grant funding ($2,040,168) and will receive $215,000 in matching funds from HUD for a total of $715,000 for its Gun BuyBack Initiative. The Authority seeks to take approximately 500 to 1000 guns off the street. For every gun brought in a person will receive between $50 and $150 for each gun depending on the type of weapon. As a result of this initiative there will be a reduction in gun violence in and around public housing. The Housing Authority will work in cooperation with the Newark Police Department in disposing the guns. Contact Person:
Robert Graham |
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The Housing Authority of the City of Hoboken |
$7,150 |
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The Housing Authority of Hoboken, New Jersey will reprogram $5,000 of its FY1999 Public and Indian Housing Drug Elimination Program grant funding ($297,579) and will receive $2,150 in matching funds from HUD for a total of $7,150 for its Gun Buyback Initiative. The Authority goal is to remove approximately 75 to 100 guns off the street. The amount to be paid for the recovered weapons will be paid in $50 dollar vouchers. The vouchers will be used in participating stores involved with the Gun Buyback Initiative. The Authority will work in cooperation with the City of Hoboken Police Department in the disposal of the guns. Contact Person:
E. Troy Washington |
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Housing Authority of Union City |
$14,300 |
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The Housing Authority of Union City will reprogram $10,000 of its FY1999 Public and Indian Housing Drug Elimination Program grant funding ($100,073) and will receive $4,300 in matching funds from HUD for a total of $14,300 for its Gun BuyBack Initiative. The Authority's goal is to take approximately 100 guns off the street at a cost of $100 per gun. The Housing Authority will work in cooperation with the Union City Police Department in disposing the guns. Contact Person:
Virginlio Cabello |
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Millville Housing Authority |
$6,721 |
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The Millville Housing Authority will reprogram $4,700 of its FY1999 Public and Indian Housing Drug Elimination Program grant funding ($113,269) and will receive $2,021 in matching funds from HUD for a total of $6,721 for its Gun BuyBack Initiative. For every gun that is brought back the person will receive at a minimum the equivalent of $50 or at a maximum the equivalent of $100. The Prosecutor's Office will determine the form of buyback exchange. The City of Millville will help advertise this program to the public in order to achieve optimum results. The Millville Housing Authority will work in cooperation with the Cumberland County Prosecutor's Office and the Millville Police Department in disposing the guns. Contact Person:
Dale P. Gravett |
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Paterson Housing Authority |
$9,009 |
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The Paterson Housing Authority will reprogram $6,300 of its FY1999 Public and Indian Housing Drug Elimination Program grant funding ($440,761) and will receive $2,709 in matching funds from HUD for a total of $9,009 for its Gun BuyBack Initiative. The Authority will seek to remove approximately 80 guns off the street. The value per exchange will be $150. To the extent it proves to be feasible to exchange the weapons for a lesser amount, the residual will be offered in the form of program related merchandise incentives. The Authority will work in cooperation with the Paterson Police Department in disposing the guns. Contact Person:
Felix Raymond |
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Housing Authority of East Orange |
$7,150 |
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The Housing Authority of East Orange will reprogram $5,000 of its FY1999 Public and Indian Housing Drug Elimination Program grant funding ($100,293) and will receive $2,150 in matching funds from HUD for a total of $7,150 for its Gun BuyBack Initiative. The Housing Authority intends to give a cash amount of $50.00 per gun and expects to recover a total of 100 guns. The Housing Authority will work in cooperation with the Police Department in disposing the guns. Contact Person:
Michelle Howard |
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Housing Authority City of Bayonne |
$5,363 |
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The Bayonne Housing Authority will reprogram $3,750 of its FY 1999 Public and Indian Housing Drug Elimination Program grant funding ($292,741) and will receive $1,613 in matching funds from HUD for a total of $5,363 for its Gun BuyBack Initiative. The Authority's plans to take approximately 75 guns off the street in exchange for $50 per gun. In taking these guns out of the hands of owners it is hoped that there will be a reduction in the number of accidental shootings, suicides, domestic and gun violence in and around public housing. The Housing Authority will work in cooperation with the Bayonne Police Department in the destruction of the guns in accordance with State and Federal Law. Contact Person:
John Mahan |
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Housing Authority of the City of Las Cruces |
$14,300 |
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The Housing Authority of the City of Las Cruces will reprogram $10,000 of its FY1999 Public and Indian Housing Drug Elimination Program grant funding ($75,000) and will receive $4,300 in matching funds from HUD for a total of $14,300 for its Gun BuyBack Initiative. The Housing Authority's goal is to remove approximately 285 guns off the street in an effort to reduce the number of accidental shootings, suicides, domestic and gun violence in and around public housing. The demographics of Las Cruces places them near the Texas/Mexico border which allows for easier access to smuggled weapons. The housing Authority and the Las Cruces Police Department are joining forces along with local business to implement this program. The Housing Authority will work in cooperation with the Las Cruces Police Department in their disposal of the guns. Contact Jack
L. Wingard |
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Cohoes Housing Authority |
$2,860 |
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The Cohoes Housing Authority will reprogram $2,000 of its FY 1999 Public and Indian Housing Drug Elimination Program grant funding ($67,302) and will receive $860 in matching funds from HUD for a total of $2,860 for its Gun Buyback Initiative. The Housing Authority anticipates in taking approximately 40 guns off the street . Food vouchers in the amount of $50 each will be traded for each gun exchanged. The Housing Authority will work in cooperation with the Cohoes Police Department in the disposal of the guns. Contact Person:
Mary Herbert |
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Watervliet Housing Authority |
$4,290 |
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The Watervliet Housing Authority will reprogram $3,000 of its FY99 Public and Indian Housing Drug Elimination Program grant funding ($67,302) and will receive $1,290 in matching funds from HUD for a total of $4,290 for the Gun BuyBack Initiative. The Authority will provide $50 gift certificates from the local grocery market as an exchange for any eapon submitted. These funds will be used to reduce the number of accidental shootings, suicides, domestic and gun violence in and around public housing. The Authority will work in cooperation with the Watervliet Police Department to dispose the guns. Contact Person: Charles V. Patricelli Phone# #: (518) 273-4717 |
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Plattsburgh Housing Authority |
$7,150 |
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The Plattsburgh Housing Authority will reprogram $5,000 of its FY1999 Public and Indian Housing Drug Elimination Program grant funding ($123,387) and will receive $2,150 in matching funds from HUD for a total of $7,150 for its Gun BuyBack Initiative. The Housing Authority anticipates that approximately 143 guns will be removed off the street. In exchange for these guns, the Housing Authority will provide gift certificates, food vouchers, certificates for merchandise or cash payment equivalent to the sum of $50. The Housing Authority's goal is to reduce the number of accidental shootings, suicides, domestic and gun violence in and around public housing. The Housing Authority will work in cooperation with the Plattsburgh Police Department in their disposal of the guns. Contact Person:
Ted Kowalezyk |
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Municipal Housing Authority of Yonkers |
$14,300 |
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The Municipal Housing Authority of Yonkers will reprogram $10,000 of its FY1999 Public and Indian Housing Drug Elimination Program grant funding ($573,825) and will receive $4,300 in matching funds from HUD for a total of $14,300 for its Gun BuyBack Initiative. The Housing Authority anticipates that approximately 100 guns will be removed off the street at a cost of $50 each and reduce the number of accidental shootings, suicides, domestic and gun violence in and around public housing The Housing Authority will provide gift certificates for toys, clothing, etc. and/or cash in exchange for guns. The Housing Authority will work in cooperation with the Yonkers Police Department in their disposal of the guns. The Yonkers Chamber of Commerce has agreed to encourage local retailers to offer additional discounts or increased value when the gift certificates are exchanged at their store. Contact Person:
Peter Smith |
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Schenectady Municipal HA |
$1,144 |
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The Schenectady Municipal HA will reprogram $800 of its FY1999 Public and Indian Housing Drug Elimination Program grant funding ($228,518) and will receive $344 in matching funds from HUD for a total of $1,144 for its Gun BuyBack Initiative. The Housing Authority estimates that approximately 23 guns will be removed off the street in exchange for $50 per gun for vouchers for food or merchandise. The Housing Authority will work in cooperation with the Schenectady Police Department in their disposal of the guns to reduce the number of accidental shootings, suicides, domestic and gun violence in and around public housing. The Housing Authority will also work closely with the DARE officers assigned to the City schools and the Community Police Unit to ensure that this program is successful. Contact Person:
Sharon A. Jordon |
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Albany Housing Authority |
$7,150 |
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The Albany Housing Authority will reprogram $5,000 of its FY1999 Public and Indian Housing Drug Elimination Program grant funding ($383,576) and will receive $2,150 in matching funds from HUD for a total of $7,150 for its Gun BuyBack Initiative. The Housing Authority will utilize these funds to remove approximately 100 guns off the street. As a result of this program, the Housing Authority and the Albany Police Department strongly believe that a reduction in the number of accidental shootings, suicides, domestic and gun violence would occur in and around public housing. The Housing Authority will work in cooperation with the Police Department in their disposal of the guns and will be publicized in the local media. Contact Person:
Steven N. Longo |
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Catskill Housing Authority |
$1,430 |
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The Catskill Housing Authority will reprogram $1,000 of the FY 1999 PHDEP funding ($25,000) and will receive $430 in matching funds from HUD for a total $1,430 for its Gun Buy Back Initiative. The goal of this program is to take approximately 20 guns off the street. The Catskill Housing Authority and the Catskill Police Department agree that the buyback exchange will involve merchandise in place of cash payments. The amount of value per exchange will be approximately $50 or greater. These funds will be used to leverage additional resources to bolster the program by involving community businesses as co-sponsors Contact Person:
Thomas C. Every |
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Amsterdam Housing Authority |
$1,430 |
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The Amsterdam Housing Authority will reprogram $1,000 of its FY1999 Public and Indian Housing Drug Elimination Program grant funding ($58,284) and will receive $430 in matching funds from HUD for a total of $1,430 for its Gun BuyBack Initiative. The Housing Authority's goal is to take approximately 25 guns off the street at a cost of $50 each in an effort to reduce the number of accidental shootings, suicides, domestic and gun violence in and around public housing. The Amsterdam Housing Authority will work in cooperation with the Amsterdam Police Department in their disposal of the guns. The Housing Authority is encouraging local merchants to get involved in this program by offering gift certificates, food vouchers and other items in addition to the $50 offered under this program. Contact Person:
Richard K. Miller |
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Housing Authority of the City of Wilmington |
$14,300 |
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The Housing Authority of the City of Wilmington will reprogram $10,000 of its FY1999 Public and Indian Housing Drug Elimination Program grant funding $341,787) and will receive $4,300 in matching funds from HUD for a total of $14,300 for its Gun BuyBack Initiative. The Housing Authority's goal is to take approximately 200 guns off the street. In an effort to reduce the number of accidental shootings, suicides, domestic and gun violence in and around public housing, the Housing Authority will work in cooperation with the New Hanover County Sheriff's Department in their disposal of the guns. The New Hanover County Sheriff's Department will contribute $1,500 in-kind to the Gun BuyBack Initiative. Contact Person:
J. Alan Jones |
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Housing Authority of the City of Durham |
$14,300 |
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The Housing Authority of the City of Durham will reprogram $10,000 of its FY1999 Public and Indian Housing Drug Elimination Program grant funding ($467,593) and will receive $4,300 in matching funds from HUD for a total of $14,300 for its Gun BuyBack Initiative. The Housing Authority estimates that approximately 310 guns will be taken off the street. The Durham Housing Authority will offer $50 vouchers for every working handgun surrendered. The Gun BuyBack program will be held once a month until all funds are expended. The Housing Authority will work in cooperation with the Durham Police Department in their disposal of the guns. Also the Authority in conjunction with the Greater Durham Chamber of Commerce anticipates that an additional $10,000 will be raised through businesses in the local Durham area Contact Person:
James R. Tabron |
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Housing Authority of the City of High Point |
$5,434 |
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The Housing Authority of the City of High Point will reprogram $3,800 of its FY1999 Public and Indian Housing Drug Elimination Program grant funding ($304,398) and will receive $1,634 in matching funds from HUD for a total of $5,434 for its Gun BuyBack Initiative. The Housing Authority's goal is to take approximately 100 guns off the street for $50 each and to build strong partnerships between the police and people in the community to work together to reduce gun violence. The High Point Housing Authority will also provide gift certificates, food vouchers or other incentives of value for any weapon surrendered. Also, it will work in cooperation with the High Point Police Department in their disposal of the guns to reduce the number of accidental shootings, suicides, domestic and gun violence in and around public housing. Local merchants will provide as incentives discounted gift certificates or extra merchandise Contact Person:
H. Kenneth Matin |
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Lucas Metropolitan Housing Authority |
$25,025 |
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The Lucas Metropolitan Housing Authority will reprogram $17,500 of its FY1999 Public and Indian Housing Drug Elimination Program grant funding ($708,208) and will receive $7,525 in matching funds from HUD for a total of $25,025 for its Gun Buyback Initiative. The Authority's goal is to take approximately 500 guns off the street in exchange for $50 for the gun's turned in. The impact of this initiative will reduce the number of accidental shootings, suicides, domestic violence and gun violence in and around public housing. The Authority will work in cooperation with the Toledo Police Department and the Lucus County Sheriff's Office in disposing the guns. The Toledo Police Department will incur all other administrative expenses associated with operating the program as an in-kind match. Contact Person:
Dennis Morgan |
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Stark Metropolitan Housing Authority |
$31,460 |
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The Stark Metropolitan Housing Authority will reprogram $22,000 of its FY1999 Public and Indian Housing Drug Elimination Program funding ($570,086) and will receive $9,460 in matching funds from HUD for a total $31,460 for its Gun BuyBack Initiative. The goal of this program is to take approximately 575 guns off the street. The Gun BuyBack Initiative will involve the Guns Off the Streets Committee of the local Rotary Club, which has conducted similar initiatives in the past, and area merchants, in the development of an effective publicity campaign for the event. For every gun brought in a person will receive a $50 voucher for food or merchandise. The Stark County Crime Laboratory has committed resources to trace stipulated firearms using the DRUGFIRE Automated Ballistics Information System. The Housing Authority will work in cooperation with the Canton Police Department in the disposal of guns. Contact Person:
Cherrio Turner |
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Easton Housing Authority |
$2,860 |
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The Easton Housing Authority will reprogram $2,000 of its FY1999 Public and Indian Housing Drug Elimination Program grant ($130,865) and will receive $860 in matching funds from HUD for a total $2,860 for its Gun BuyBack Initiative. The goal of this program is to take approximately 57 guns off the street. Residents who turn in firearms to law enforcement officials will be given cash and/or cash equivalents (store vouchers) in the amount of $50. In taking these guns out of the hands of owners it is hoped that there will be a reduction in the number of accidental shootings, suicides, domestic and gun violence in and around public housing. The Housing Authority will work in cooperation with the Easton Police Department in their disposal of the guns. Easton police officers will conduct a search of each surrendered firearm through the National Crime Information Center. Contact Person:
Gary A. Smith |
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Woonsocket Housing Authority |
$7,150 |
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The Woonsocket Housing Authority will reprogram $5,000 of its FY 1999 Public and Indian Housing Drug Elimination Program funding ($283,943) and will receive $2,150 in matching funds from HUD for a total $7,150 for its Gun BuyBack Initiative. The goal for this program is to take approximately 100 guns off the street and promote the activity as a gun buyback and family violence reduction day. The Authority will provide $50 gift certificates for any weapon submitted. In taking these guns out of the hands of owners it is hoped that there will be a reduction in the number of accidental shootings, suicides, domestic and gun violence in and around public housing. The Authority will work in cooperation with the Woonsocket Police Department in their disposal of the guns. Contact Person:
Stephen A. Vadnaia |
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Housing Authority of the City of Pawtucket |
$25,740 |
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The Housing Authority of the City of Pawtucket will reprogram $18,000 of its FY1999 Public and Indian Housing Drug Elimination Program grant ($239,075) and will receive $7,740 in matching funds from HUD for a total $25,740 for its Gun BuyBack Initiative. The Authority's goal is to take approximately 300 guns off the street. For every gun brought in the person will receive $50 in cash. A previous Gun BuyBack Initiative in the City of Pawtucket was successful in taking over 200 guns off the streets of Pawtucket. The Housing Authority will work in cooperation with the Pawtucket Police Department in their disposal of the guns. The guns will be collected in two six hour sessions, advertised in local newspapers, use FBI certified firearms instructors to handle the weapons, run weapons through the National Crime Information Center to determine if stolen, and destroyed by melting in a state foundry. Contact Person:
James J. Goff |
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Fort Mill Housing Authority |
$7,250 |
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The Fort Mill Housing Authority will reprogram $5,070 of the FY1999 Public and Indian Housing Drug Elimination Program funding ($31,232) and will receive $2,180 in matching funds from HUD for a total $7250 for its Gun BuyBack Initiative. The goal of this program is to take approximately 100 guns off the street. The Housing Authority will work in cooperation with the local Police Department in their disposal of the guns. Guns will be exchanged for food vouchers worth $50 that can be redeemed at the local Food Lion grocery store. Collected firearms will be turned in to the Fort Mill Police Department, where a National Crime Information Center (NCIC) check will be conducted to determine if weapon is stolen or suspected of having been used in the commission of a crime. Contact Person:
Thomas Rowe |
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Beaufort Housing Authority |
$2,860 |
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The Beaufort Housing Authority of South Carolina will reprogram $2,000 of its FY1999 PHDEP grant funding ($64,882) and will receive $860 in matching funds from HUD for a total of $2,860 for its Gun Buyback Initiative. The goal of this program is to take approximately fifty guns off the street in exchange for $50 in cash for each gun returned. The Beaufort Housing Authority has contacted several grocery stores that have expressed desire to participate in this initiative by offering an additional $10 food gift certificate for each gun returned. The Authority will work in cooperation with the Beaufort County Sheriff Department in disposing the guns. Contact Person:
Edward L. Boyd |
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Knoxville Community Development Corporation |
$17,500 |
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The Knoxville Community Development Corporation will reprogram $12,238 of its FY1999 Public and Indian Housing Drug Elimination Program grant ($803,003) and will receive $5,262 in matching funds from HUD for a total $17,500 for its Gun BuyBack Initiative. A minimum of three gun buybacks will be held in separate locations accessible to public housing residents. The goal of this program is to take approximately 350 guns off the street. For every gun that is brought in, the person returning it will receive a $50 cash payment. Also, the City of Knoxville has agreed to provide $7,500 for a similar program, "Gunstoppers." The Housing Authority will work in cooperation with the Knoxville Police Department in their disposal of the guns. The Knoxville Police Department will conduct a search of each surrendered firearm in the national Crime Information Center (NCIC) and where available, test each firearm using an automated ballistics information system such as IBIS or DRUGFIRE. Guns collected will be destroyed, unless law enforcement needs call for another action, such as preservation for evidence or determination that gun was stolen or used in the commission of a crime. Contact Person:
Fred O. DeBruhl, Sr. |
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Memphis Housing Authority |
$71,500 |
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The Memphis Housing Authority will reprogram $50,000 of its FY1999 Public and Indian Housing Drug Elimination Program grant ($1,373,088) and will receive $21,500 in matching funds from HUD for a total $71,500 for its Gun BuyBack Initiative. The goal of this program is to take approximately 1,430 guns off the street. The Memphis Housing Authority's Gun BuyBack Initiative will be held on three Saturdays this spring, at three separate locations near public housing sites. Persons turning in guns will be offered $50 vouchers for food, clothing, toys and fuel provided by local and regional businesses. The expected redeemable value of the store vouchers may increase from $50 to between $60 and $75, depending upon negotiations with local merchants. In taking these guns out of the hands of owners it is hoped that there will be a reduction in the number of accidental shootings, suicides, domestic and gun violence in and around public housing. The Housing Authority will work in cooperation with the Memphis Police Department and the Shelby County Sheriff's Department in their disposal of the guns. Point of Contact:
Robert Lipscomb |
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Housing Authority of the City of Houston |
$35,750 |
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The Housing Authority of the City of Houston will reprogram $25,000 of the FY 1999 Public and Indian Housing Drug Elimination Program funding ($680,276) and will receive $10,750 in matching funds from HUD for a total of $35,750 for its Gun Buyback Initiative. The Authority's goal is to take approximately 1,000 guns off the street. Firearms will be accepted from the general public with complete anonymity in exchange for a $50 gift certificate from local merchants. An unlimited number of weapons maybe surrendered for disposal, but gift certificates will be provided up to three firearms per person. The objective of the Authority is to raise an additional $25,000 from Houston's civic and business community to provide a dollar-for-dollar match to Houston's Housing Authority funding for the Gun Buyback Initiative. The Authority will work in cooperation with the City of Houston Police Department in the disposal of guns. Contact Person:
Ernest Etuk |
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Housing Authority of the City of El Paso |
$13,499 |
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The Housing Authority of the City of El Paso will reprogram $9,440 of its FY1999 Public and Indian Housing Drug Elimination Program grant ($1,283,351) and will receive $4,059 in matching funds from HUD for a total $13,499 for its Gun BuyBack Initiative. The goal of this program is to take approximately 270 guns off the street. The slogan for the initiative is DO IT FOR THE KIDS! HAZLO FOR LOS NINOS! The Housing Authority will provide food vouchers and gift certificates or other incentives of value for any weapon submitted. In order to exchange a gun, sellers will view a 15 minute educational orientation on the dangers of guns. In taking these guns out of the hands of owners it is hoped that there will be a reduction in the number of accidental shootings, suicides, domestic and gun violence in and around public housing. The Housing Authority will work in cooperation with the El Paso Police Department in their disposal of the guns. Contact Person:
Pat Aikens |
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Housing Authority City of San Antonio |
$36,345 |
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The Housing Authority of the City of San Antonio will reprogram $25,416 of its FY1999 Public and Indian Housing Drug Elimination Program grant ($1,497,575) and will receive $10,929 in matching funds from HUD for a total of $36345 for its Gun BuyBack Initiative. The goals of this program are to engage citizens who want the opportunity to safely dispose of weapons in homes that could otherwise easily fall into the hands of children and to take approximately 430 guns off the street. The Housing Authority will work in cooperation with the Police Department in their disposal of the guns. The retrieved firearms will be processed by the San Antonio Police Department for a background check, and through the Bexar County Medical Examiner's Office in accordance with the automated ballistics information (IBIS) or , Drugfire. Contact Person:
Gilbert Gonzalez |
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Housing Authority of Laredo |
$7,150 |
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The Housing Authority of Laredo will reprogram $5,000 of its FY1999 Public and Indian Housing Drug Elimination Program grant ($211,583) and will receive $2,150 in matching funds from HUD for a total of $7,150 for its Gun BuyBack Initiative. The goal of this program is to take approximately 60 guns off the street. The Housing Authority will work in cooperation with the Webb County Sheriff and City of Laredo Police Department in their disposal of the guns. Two gun buyback events are scheduled for August 6, 2000, and December 10, 2000. To encourage participation, the Housing Authority and partners will hold a July press conference, run public service announcements, and distribute bumper stickers. The events will have live-radio remotes. Each adult that brings in a firearm will receive a $75 dollar purchase voucher from a local department or grocery store. Private vendors will be solicited to participate by matching or donating additional vouchers. Contact Person:
Abraham Rodriguez |
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Corpus Christi Housing Authority |
$35,750 |
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The Corpus Christi Housing Authority will reprogram $25,000 of its FY1999 Public and Indian Housing Drug Elimination Program grant ($447,799) and will receive $10,750 in matching funds from HUD for a total $35,750 for its Gun BuyBack Initiative. The goal of this program is to take approximately 700 guns off the street. For every gun that is brought back by local law enforcement officers the person will receive a $50 money order. The Housing Authority will work in cooperation with the Corpus Christi Police Department in their disposal of the guns. Guns will be destroyed, unless law enforcement needs call for another action, such as returning stolen guns to lawful owners, or preservation as evidence. Contact Person:
Stephen F. MoNally |
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Housing Authority of the City of Monahans |
$7,150 |
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The Housing Authority of the City of Monahans will reprogram $5,000 of its FY1999 Public and Indian Housing Drug Elimination Program grant ($25,000) and will receive $2,150 in matching funds from HUD for a total $7,150 for its Gun BuyBack Initiative. The goal of this program is to take approximately 100 guns off the street at a cost of $50 each. In taking these guns out of the hands of owners it is hoped that there will be a reduction in the number of accidental shootings, suicides, domestic and gun violence in and around public housing. The Housing Authority will work in cooperation with the Monahans Police Department in their disposal of the guns. Contact Person:
Shirley Hill |
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Provo City Housing Authority |
$21,662 |
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The Provo City Housing Authority will reprogram $15,148 of its FY1999 Public and Indian Housing Drug Elimination Program grant ($54,985) and will receive $6,514 in matching funds from HUD for a total of $21,662 for its Gun BuyBack Initiative. The goal of this program is to take approximately 598 guns off the street. In taking these guns out of the hands of owners, it is hoped that there will be a reduction in the number of accidental shootings, suicides, domestic and gun violence in and around public housing. The Housing Authority will work in cooperation with the local Police Department in their disposal of the guns. Incentives for gun buybacks will be promoted by enlisting the cooperation of local merchants who will add a ten percent gift certificate match on every $50 of actual gun buyback funds. Contact Person:
Douglas J. Carson |
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Norfolk Redevelopment & Housing Authority |
$7,150 |
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The Norfolk Redevelopment and Housing Authority (NRHA) will reprogram $5,000 of its FY99 Public and Indian Housing Drug Elimination Program grant funding ($898,457) and will receive $2,150 in matching funds from HUD for a total of $7,150 for its Gun Buyback Initiative. The Housing Authority anticipates in taking approximately 143 guns off the street at the cost of $50 each. Norfolk Police Department will work with the Housing Authority in the disposal of the guns. This initiative will help establish stronger bonds between the community and the police which in turn aids in more cooperative crime prevention and crime resolutions. Contact Person:
David H. Rice |
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Roanoke Redevelopment Housing Authority |
$21,450 |
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The Roanoke Redevelopment & Housing Authority will reprogram $15,000 of its FY1999 Public and Indian Housing Drug Elimination Program grant ($322,653) and will receive $6,450 in matching funds from HUD for a total $21,450 for its Gun BuyBack Initiative. The goal of this program is to take approximately 429 guns off the street. Funds will be reprogrammed from an anger management program to the gun buyback initiative. Under this initiative, neutral and safe sites for collection of funds will be chosen, and guns will be destroyed unless stolen, of historic value, or held for evidence. Partnerships with Best Buy, Target, and other retailers will be sought to offer certificates for merchandise and additional discounts, rather than cash for guns. Persons that turn in guns will receive a $50 voucher in exchange for food and/or merchandise. The value of the voucher may be higher if redeemed by the participating retailers. The Housing Authority will work in cooperation with the Roanoke City Police Department in their disposal of the guns. Contact Person:
John Baker |
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