The PS 139 Trash Saga Continues

The PS 139 Trash Saga Continues
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A few weeks back, there was hope for vastly-improved sanitation conditions outside the PS 139 schoolyard on Argyle Road–but as of last night and today, it seems like there might still be a bit of an issue. A neighbor who sent the photo above wrote last night, “10pm. Why oh why is there still garbage out?” And when we spoke to her today, it was still there.

According to CB14, trash should be picked up after 4pm on weekdays, with paper recycling on Monday, Wednesday, and Friday, and other recycling Tuesday and Thursday.

A few pickups were missed last month outside the schoolyard, which is currently being used for a day camp with about 550 children Monday-Friday, and therefore still producing a lot of refuse. The city was informed of the issue, and the problem was said to be resolved… but has anyone else continued to notice infrequent pickups on the block?