The article highlights the persistent litter problem along the Mission Street corridor in San Francisco, particularly from 14th to 16th streets, where numerous unpermitted vendors operate on weekends. The sole dumpster belongs to the housing development La Fenix, leaving the street devoid of trash cans. Local business owner Paul O'Driscoll expresses frustration over Public Works' lack of street sweeping on Mondays after a busy Sunday, and executive director Sam Moss underscores the jurisdiction issues regarding public grounds. Solutions are sought, but challenges remain.
While taking the video, she was mugged. In fairness, O'Driscoll said, Public Works subsequently came out to clean, but, generally, its sweepers are not there on Mondays.
'So all the mess is on us,' said Paul O'Driscoll, who owns the apartment building at 15th and Mission streets and has had an office in the area for 22 years.
'We don't control the state of the street. We have no jurisdiction on public ground. We've been begging and we are getting help but there is a long way to go,' said Sam Moss.
'Why does DPW not work on Mondays? At least you can get out here on Sunday night,' O'Driscoll asked.
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