Mayor Of New York Declared Garbage Revolution
Date
7/18/2024 3:12:53 PM
(MENAFN- AzerNews)
By Alimat Aliyeva
Black garbage bags are as much a part of the New York City
skyline as yellow taxis. But now garbage bags have to disappear
from the streets of New York, Azernews
reports.
New York Mayor Eric Adams has announced a "garbage revolution"
to combat rats. New wheelie bins are set to replace black plastic
bags in New York City from mid-November. This is mandatory for all
buildings with up to nine residential apartments.
The "garbage revolution" proclaimed by the mayor has a serious
background: New York cannot bring rats under control - despite
numerous campaigns with poison baits. It is said that there are
about three million rats in New York. In the evening, they scurry
along the sidewalks or can be seen on subway platforms.
Restaurants have long been banned from throwing garbage in
plastic bags. Now garbage cans should help the "garbage revolution"
make a breakthrough. However, New Yorkers have to pay for dumpsters
themselves at a "discounted price of about $50," says Mayor Adams.
Garbage collection in New York is free. Starting next year, those
who refuse to use trash cans will also be fined. Many New Yorkers
are skeptical about whether this will really help against rats.
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