City launches new ‘Clean Curbs’ pilot program using containerized waste bins, plans to expand to Queens

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For the second time in three days, Mayor Eric Adams and his newly appointed Department of Sanitation (DSNY) Commissioner Jessica Tisch announced a new clean streets initiative during Earth Week.

During a Times Square press conference Wednesday, Adams unveiled a new $1.3 million “Clean Curbs” waste containerization pilot expansion to commercial districts in all five boroughs as part of ongoing efforts to improve conditions and safety on city streets.