Council candidates Pogozelski and Vaichunas co-host Middle Village meeting to address DSNY regulations and housing initiatives

City Council candidates Paul Pogozelski and Alicia Vaichunas joined forces on Thursday, Jan. 9, to co-host a Middle Village Property Owners and Residents Association (MVPORA) meeting aimed at helping local residents navigate new DSNY regulations and avoid fines.

The meeting provided essential guidance for homeowners and tenants on how to comply with the updated trash containerization rules, which will take full effect by June 2026. A representative from the Department of Sanitation (DSNY) also attended to explain the details of the mandate and answer questions.