Q&A
Bin size options and considerations
1:32:40
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Council Member Shaun Abreu inquires about the possibility of offering larger bin sizes, specifically 55-gallon and 60-65 gallon options. Joshua Goodman from DSNY explains the considerations and potential future offerings.
- DSNY is considering the production of 55-gallon bins, but it may involve increased costs due to custom manufacturing
- The agreement with Otto includes a provision for potentially manufacturing 60-65 gallon bins in the future
- Larger bins (e.g., 65-gallon) would only be considered once double rear tippers reach full fleet saturation, as they are currently too heavy for manual lifting
Shaun Abreu
1:32:40
So something that's still being considered?
Joshua Goodman
1:32:42
It is absolutely being considered.
Shaun Abreu
1:32:44
The agreement between DSNY and Otto includes a scope of service, which describes that Otto could be required to manufacture bins 60 to 65 gallons in size.
1:32:54
Does DSNY intend to activate this section of the scope of service so that New York City residents can purchase this larger bin?
Joshua Goodman
1:33:00
It is something that we are considering once those double rear tippers reach full fleet sanit saturation.
1:33:06
A 65 gallon bin would be far too heavy for a sanitation worker to lift.
1:33:11
They are New York's strongest, but there's still a limit.
1:33:13
If we get to the point where there is no lifting required anywhere in the city, a 65 gallon bin is something we would like to have the contractual option to produce.
