A new pilot program in Manhattan plans to introduce stationary trash bins in curb lanes as part of the Department of Sanitation's 'Trash Revolution.' This initiative aims to reduce the visibility of garbage piled on sidewalks, which are common in urban settings. By repurposing curb space traditionally used for parked cars, this program intends to create a cleaner environment while addressing the issue of rubbish disposal. Council Member Shaun Abreu emphasizes the need for this public good, even at the cost of parking, reflecting a shift towards more efficient waste management systems in the city.
The bins came, people are seeing a difference, and they want to see more of it, said Council Member Shaun Abreu, referring to an earlier, smaller pilot. This is a necessary public good and it's going to come at the extent at parking spots, and that's a cost-benefit analysis that I'm willing to push forward on any given day.
DSNY previously began testing out shared large wheelie bins in the street on 10 blocks of Community Board 9 in 2023, but the incoming project will use sleeker stationary bins that can be hoisted by a fleet of 17 all-new side-loading collection trucks.
A subset of buildings whose owners got to choose between containers in the street or wheelie bins on the sidewalk mostly also went for repurposing some car storage with better trash collection - an indication that locals (or at least the owners of their buildings) are ready for a better way of rubbish disposal.
It's really hard to overstate what a sweeping change this will be, as the pilot shows the city's commitment to optimizing public spaces and enhancing the urban environment.
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