Parks Commissioner Sue Donoghue announced increased fines for illegal dumping in city parks, raising the first-time offense penalty to $5,000 starting March 31, 2025. The escalating fines aim to deter dumping, which is a major issue particularly in the Bronx, responsible for 70% of all summonses issued since 2023. With thousands of bags of waste removed annually, the new penalties align with those set by the Department of Sanitation and reflect ongoing efforts to enhance park cleanliness and quality of life for residents.
"Starting March 31, 2025, the fine for a first-time offense of dumping trash in city parks will increase from $1,000 to $5,000, escalating the penalties for repeat offenders."
"Parks Commissioner Sue Donoghue emphasized that trash dumping disproportionately affects the Bronx, which saw nearly 32,000 illegally dumped bags removed in FY 2024 alone."
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