Gov. Quinn,

Here are a few ideas to pay off the state’s $13 billion deficit.

One percent tax on grocery store customers who use plastic bags.

$1 fee for rubbing Lincoln’s nose at Springfield historical site.

$50 fee  allows drivers to cruise the streets with expired license plate tags.

For $100, you can rent your state rep to do yard work, run errands or drive the kids to all their practices.

You name the price and you can be lieutenant governor.

Rent out the Thompson Center for your wedding, anniversary or high school prom.

Bread and water will be the meals served at the statehouse when legislators are in session.

Politicians will have to turn in their campaign funds to pay down state’s debt.

$5 fee for Chicago lawmakers who say Rockford is Downstate.

Pay $25 and you will be able to vote more than once in elections.