The Snow Plan describes measures DSNY will take to fight winter weather, clear streets for safe transportation and addresses issues of public safety related to snow and ice conditions for the borough of The Bronx
The Snow Plan describes measures DSNY will take to fight winter weather, clear streets for safe transportation and addresses issues of public safety related to snow and ice conditions for the borough of Brooklyn
100 displaced families will receive Thanksgiving day turkeys thanks to a donation from the Municipal Credit Union. NYC DSNY along with Assembly man Luis R. Sepulveda will distribute the turkeys to the families on November 16.
DSNY begins its annual night plow operations which allows DSNY to responsd promptly and effectively to snow and ice conditions around the clock. During the operation, a resident's recycling and trash collection times may change temporarily.
DSNY Commissioner Kathryn Harris announced the promotion of Arlana Davis to Assistant Commissioner for Real Estate. She will now be responsible for DSNY's real estate holdings which included more than 100 owned and leased facilities as well as bringing the department's plans for new facilities into existence. Arlana Davis has served DSNY for more than 30 years.
After the 5,000 runners taking part in this weekend's TCS NYC marathon cross the finish line, the DSNY will begin to collect the discarded clothing, drinking cups and other assorted debris left behind. It also lists the amount of garbage DSNY removed from last years marathon.
DSNY announced there would be no garbage, recycling nor organics collection on Election Day, Tuesday , November 7, 2017. It also lists directions for residents who receive garbage or recycling collection on Tuesdays what to do on Election Day.
DSNY clean-up team are repsonsible for cleaning and collecting the tons of debris left behind by the millions of spectators lining the streets. They will consist of 137 Sanitation workers and 28 mechanical brooms.
DSNY announced that in observance of Thanksgiving there would be no garbage , organics and recycling collection or street cleaning on 11/23/2017. Lists directions for residents who received garbage or recycling collection on Thanksgiving the alternate times to put out their waste to be collected.
The Department of Sanitation conducted a hearing to receive comments on the proposed rule governing certain restrictions to the siting of solid waste transfer stations. The rule will prohibit any new transfer stations from developing and increase the holding capacity of preexisting stations.
Chart which details the percentage of existing lawfully operating transfer stations in New York City by community districts. Also includes, Buffer Distance to residential districts, hospitals and other public areas, zoning requirements, etc.
Press release announcing DSNY's educational event for the media explaining their snow operations. They will explain how the DSNY functions while attempting to combat snow throughout NYC.
Press release announcing DSNY's snow alert for December 9 and explains how DSNY handles snow emergencies. It also contains information on how information about the city's response can be viewed by visiting the City's severe weather website.
Press release announcing DSNY's snow alert for December 13 and explains how DSNY handles snow emergencies. It also contains information on how information about the city's response can be viewed by visiting the City's severe weather website.
Announcement that DSNY is launching its 2018 NYC Sanitation Calendar with a meet and greet and autographing event at the NYC City Store on Thursday December 14 from 12-2 p.m.
Press release of the Bill signed by Governor Andrew Cuomo that provides families of sanitation workers who died in line of duty to receive the same benefits of families of police, fire and correction workers. It also contains a statement from Commissioner Kathryn Garcia about the bill and an analysis of the benefits that families of sanitation workers currently receive.
Announcement that DSNY will not be collecting garbage or recycling on Christmas Day and New Years Day and that all DSNY offices will be closed on New Years Day. Press release also instructs NYC residents when to put their refuse out for collection.
Announcement that DSNY will begin their annual Christmas tree curbside collection on Tuesday, January 2 - January 13, 2018. Instructs city residents to remove all ornaments on the tree prior to collections and information on the NYC Parks MulchFest event. Report also includes statement by Commissioner Kathryn Garcia on the benefits of recycling Christmas trees.
Press release announcing DSNY's snow alert for December 24 and explains how DSNY handles snow emergencies. It also contains information on how information about the city's response can be viewed by visiting the City's severe weather website.
Press release announcing DSNY's snow alert for December 30 and explains how DSNY handles snow emergencies. It also contains information on how information about the city's response can be viewed by visiting the City's severe weather website.
Announcement of DSNY's sweeping of Times Square after New Years Eve. Describes how many DSNY workers will take place in the clean up and the amount of equipment they will be using. It also contains a statement from Commissioner Kathryn Garcia about DSNY role in New Years Eve clean up and a diagram pertaining to how much debris was cleaned up last year and the process involved.
DSNY issues snow alert for January 3 at 6pm and explains how the agency coordinates with the Office of Emergency Management and DOT on snow clearing proceedures. It also notifies the public where they can access weather information and information about the City's response to snow storms.
DSNY and NYC EMD will host a press conference featuring DSNY Commissioner Kathryn Garcia and NYC Emergency Management Assistant Commissioner Herman Schaffer to discuss preparations for the upcoming snow storm.
DSNY announcement of its continuation of limited collection and instructs residents to remove snow and ice around their garbage bags and cans to make the collection accessible to DSNY workers. The press release also discusses the continuation of snow cleaning operations during the day on Saturday. The press release also announced Snow Laborers should report to work at 8 am on January 6 and a reminder to property owners to clear snow and ice from the sidewalks around their property.
DSNY issues snow alert for January 8 at 2pm and explains how the agency coordinates with the Office of Emergency Management and DOT on snow clearing proceedures. It also notifies the public where they can access weather information and information about the City's response to snow storms.
DSNY announces the continuation of collection on MLK day due to need for the ongoing collection services following the snow storm. The collection would take place on January 15, 2018. It also explains to residents how snowstorms delay Sanitation workers from making collections on time.
DSNY issues snow alert for January 16 at 8am and explains how the agency coordinates with the Office of Emergency Management and DOT on snow clearing proceedures. It also notifies the public where they can access weather information and information about the City's response to snow storms.
DSNY issues snow alert for January 29 at 12 pm and explains how the agency coordinates with the Office of Emergency Management and DOT on snow clearing proceedures. It also notifies the public where they can access weather information and information about the City's response to snow storms.
DSNY announces that there will be a service change for residents living in Queens Community Board 5. Starting February 5, DSNY will collect organic material once a week on recycling day which will allow the department to be more efficient with curbside bulk item collection. It also announces that trash collection will not change.
Update of a notice the DSNY adopts the following rules regarding source separation and handling requirements for organic waste generated by certain commercial establishments that have their refuse and recycling collected by private carters.
DSNY issues a Snow Alert on February 1 and lists the agencies they coordinate with during a snow alert. Tells individuals where they can access information about the City's response to the storm.
DSNY announcement stating there will be no garbage, organics or recycling collection on February 12, 2018 in honor of President Lincoln's birthday. Also tells residents about DSNY's smart phone and tablet app.
DSNY issues a Snow Alert on February 7 and lists the agencies they coordinate with during a snow alert. Tells individuals where they can access information about the City's response to the storm.
DSNY announcement stating there will be no garbage, organics or recycling collection on February 19, 2018 in honor of Presidents' day. Also tells residents about DSNY's smart phone and tablet app.
DSNY announcement of new rules expanding the City's commercial organic waste separation program which will require restauraunts and grocery stores to put their food waste to beneficial use instead of sending it to landfills.
DSNY issues a Snow Alert on February 17 and lists the agencies they coordinate with during a snow alert. Tells individuals where they can access information about the City's response to the storm.
DSNY is welcoming 30,000 Bronx tenants ot their curbside organics collection service. The collection service consists of food waste, food-soiled paper and yard waste to be collected from residents and turned into compost or renewable energy. The announcement gives lists of what will be accepted and what will not be accepted for the organics collection service.
Sanitation Commissioner Kathryn Garcia announced the second round of the Department's SAFE (Solvents, Automotive, Flammables, and Electronics) Disposal events to provide City residents with a one-stop drop-off to safely dispose of potentially harmful household products.
DSNY Holds Graduation, Promotion and Awards Ceremony; Commissioner Details 0x30 Campaign, City's Goal to Send Zero Waste to Landfills by 2030 PRESS RELEASE #15-85
Beginning July 19, some large-scale commercial food-generating establishments will be required to separate their organic waste (food scraps, food-soiled paper) and arrange for its proper management through methods that include composting or aerobic/anaerobic digestion.
Starting August 1, new recycling rules for New York City businesses will be in effect. The new rules were the result of efforts to have more uniform and easier to understand recycling rules for all business types. The rules cover all commercial establishments, and others, that have their garbage and recycling collected by private carters.
The New York City Department of Sanitation continues to expand curbside collection of food scraps, food-soiled paper and yard waste though its NYC Organics program. Starting next month, all residents in Brooklyn's Community Board 1 will have access to the program.
To mark the occasion, a DSNY Chief will present his mother with an NYC Organics bin. His mother lives in the area that will soon receive collection.
DSNY will begin to make special autumn leaf collections. These leaves will be turned into compost and added to soil to nourish the city's street trees and parks. Residents are to put their leaves in brown bins or in paper leaf bags and NO PLASTIC BAGS.
Chart detailing the percentage of existing lawfully operating transfer stations in New York City by Community District as required by the Final Rules Governing The Department of Sanitation's Siting Requirements Regarding Transfer Stations that were published in the City Record on November 8, 2004 and that became effective upon publication.
Flyer that informs citizens of the Bronx on how to participate in leaf collection. Including instructions on what days to set out their leaves depending on what area of The Bronx they live in.
This summary details the findings of an independent private carting study, including a market analysis, cost assessment, benchmarking study, and cost impact study. This study was commissioned as part of New York City's "One New York: The Plan for a Strong and Just City" initiative.
This is one of four detailed reports on the private carting industry, commissioned as part of New York City's "One New York: The Plan for a Strong and Just City" initiative. Based on the analysis detailed within this technical memorandum, emission reductions were determined with implementation of either of the two analyzed zone based systems (random or clustered approach). Using USEPA's most updated motor vehicle emission simulator (MOVES2014a) and VMT values for each scenario, significant air emission reductions have been estimated.
This is one of four detailed reports on the private carting industry, commissioned as part of New York City's "One New York: The Plan for a Strong and Just City" initiative. This market and cost analysis used the BIC (Business Integrity Commission) Customer Register, interviews, and other available information to assess the overall structure of the private carting industry including: the number, type, and characteristics of carting companies and customers; customer service and satisfaction; customer rates and cost structure; and pricing sensitivity under a potential commercial collection zone system.
This is one of four detailed reports on the private carting industry, commissioned as part of New York City's "One New York: The Plan for a Strong and Just City" initiative. This truck routing analysis quantifies the extent of the annual vehicle miles traveled by the private carting industry today and compares that with a hypothetical exclusive zone collection system.
This is one of four detailed reports on the private carting industry, commissioned as part of New York City's "One New York: The Plan for a Strong and Just City" initiative. This safety data analysis provides a foundational understanding of the breadth and depth of safety incidents, while the interviews and training materials review provide additional qualitative information to develop a well-rounded understanding of safety challenges and opportunities in private hauling.