Community Concerns Over Litter

San Francisco residents and business owners are increasingly voicing frustrations about the city’s inadequate number of trash cans. Gloria Rogan, a real estate agent residing in Russian Hill, emphasized the ongoing problem, stating, “We don’t have enough. This city has a reputation which it deserves as being a place with a lot of rubbish flying around.”

Feedback from Local Business Owners

During a recent meeting with city supervisors, several community members expressed their concerns regarding litter accumulation. Nancy Yu Law, the owner of Love Tea in Chinatown, remarked about cardboard waste and the lack of receptacles. “It’s not enough in Chinatown. I know that for sure. I have people try and throw their trash into my trashcan by my store,” Yu Law explained.

Officials Address the Issue

Supervisors Matt Dorsey, Danny Sauter, and Bilal Mahmood convened to discuss the ongoing challenges related to trash management in the city. They received updates from Recology and the Department of Public Works regarding the current status of public waste facilities.

Supervisor Sauter noted, “In my district, that’s really common. In Nob Hill, in Russian Hill. And we want to change that.” He also highlighted the growing concern that tourists have no place to dispose of their trash in crowded areas like North Beach. “Especially during tourist season, a lot of people are here in North Beach and there’s no place for them to throw their trash,” expressed local resident Brian Connors.

Future Plans and Developments

The Department of Public Works is being proactive in exploring the possibility of increasing the number of trash cans. A department spokesperson mentioned, “Public Works would be happy to work with your office on scoping out what the costs would look like.”

Supervisor Sauter shared optimism about potential improvements, stating that new designs for trash cans are currently being prepared for bidding and could be implemented within the next year. “We are all interested in cleaner streets. We know San Francisco can do a lot better and should be a lot cleaner,” he affirmed.