Rain gardens, or bioswales, in NYC aimed at reducing flooding and enhancing neighborhoods, face significant neglect with graffiti, litter, and waste troubling their upkeep. Residents express frustration at the unsightly conditions, citing excessive trash and pet waste. The NYC Department of Environmental Protection (DEP) is responsible for these gardens' maintenance, which begins with a contractor's warranty before transitioning to DEP’s internal team. Yet, many locals feel these measures are insufficient, leading to gardens becoming eyesores rather than the eco-friendly solutions they were intended to be.
It's disgusting. The railing ends up being used by bicycle owners.
These rain gardens are unfortunately filled with trash and dog poop.
On a late Wednesday in February, amNew York Metro spotted two rain gardens filled with plastic bags, liquor bottles, and cigarettes.
DEP officials explained that there is a system in place to manage both the gardens' appearance and efficiency.
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