So we've been on a "Get More Trash Cans" campaign.
Really, the neighborhood is nearly devoid of them. We went on a roughly 8-block walk and counted just 4 of them, all at one intersection.
As you might imagine, trash is everywhere in the neighborhood. And it's gross trash too. I have seen, among other things, whole raw turkeys, used condoms (many daily), and biohazard buckets.
Today, after previously posting signs and writing letters, we decided to take matters into our own hands by calling my all-time favorite, 3-1-1.
Although the 311ers on the other end of the line had to stifle their giggles, they took the requests of the students seriously. They asked the right questions, and one savvy kid responded appropriately. He said that we needed more trash cans because we only counted four; we have too much trash; and no one seems to care. So, after waiting on hold and complaining about the number of transfers we had to endure...success!
Someone will be coming by within 5 days to check out our intersection and determine whether or not we can have a trash can. We even got a confirmation number. Woo!
you go, girl! you've inspired me. i'm calling 311 now about the no trashcans in bushwick! i've been walking a dog for the last week+ and there are discarded chicken bones (dangerous for dogs), among many other things, everywhere. also, after i pick up the dog's poop, i generally have to walk several blocks until i can find a trashcan. explains (at least partially) all the poop!
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