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- The Daily Grind (and Grime):
- First off, congratulations on living in a city that produces more trash than most small countries. It's a testament to our consumerism, our love of takeout, and our general inability to resist a good street vendor hot dog.
- But with great trash comes great responsibility. And that responsibility, my friends, is figuring out when to put said trash out.
- You'd think in this age of instant information, we'd have a giant, flashing "TRASH DAY!" sign visible from space. But no. We're left to decipher cryptic schedules and hope for the best.
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- The NYC Department of Sanitation website is your official source. In theory. <u>Emphasis on theory.</u> You can plug in your address and get a schedule.
- However, be prepared for potential plot twists. Holidays, weather events, and the general chaotic energy of NYC can throw a wrench into even the best-laid garbage collection plans.
- "But I checked the website!" you cry, as a rogue gust of wind sends your overflowing bin's contents scattering down the street. We've all been there.
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- Sometimes, the best information comes from the people who live and breathe the garbage-scented air of your neighborhood.
- Your super, the bodega owner, the lady who walks her chihuahua in a tiny sweater—these are your sources. They've seen things. They know things. They know when the garbage truck is coming, even if the city doesn't.
- "Did you put the trash out?" is a common sentence spoken in the elevators of NYC.
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- This is a bold strategy, and it's not for the faint of heart.
- The idea is simple: just put your trash out every night. Eventually, the garbage truck will come.
- The risks? Well, you might attract some unwanted guests (rats, raccoons, pigeons with a vendetta). And you might get a lovely little "Notice of Violation" from the city. But hey, at least your apartment will be clean(er).
- Bold move, cotton, lets see if it pays off.
- Quick Answer: Check the NYC Department of Sanitation website (nyc.gov/sanitation) and enter your address.
- Quick Answer: The DSNY website will usually post holiday schedules, or look for signs posted in your building or neighborhood.
- Quick Answer: If possible, break down boxes and consolidate trash. If it's a recurring issue, contact your building management or landlord.
How to report illegal dumping in NYC?
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- Quick Answer: Call 311 or report it online through the 311 website or app.
How to avoid attracting pests to my garbage?
- Quick Answer: Use tightly sealed garbage bags and bins. Keep your bins clean, and avoid leaving food scraps exposed.
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