Fewer Public Trash Bins
Has anyone else noticed the decline in public trash bins lately?
If you don’t have a dog, you might not be aware of their disappearing act. I often plan my walks around the availability of a bin for disposing of dog waste.
I find it quite inconsiderate to toss dog waste bags in someone’s private trash bin, or any trash for that matter. Sometimes people mistakenly use the wrong bin, or their rubbish can create a mess that needs cleaning up. I’ve even seen waste collectors toss out bagged rubbish only to leave smaller bits scattered behind.
Isn’t this just going to contribute to more litter in the end?
You raise a great point! It does seem like the number of public bins has decreased, which can make it challenging for dog owners and others to dispose of waste responsibly. It’s really considerate of you to think about where to put those poo bags, as using someone’s private bin can definitely be invasive and lead to issues.
Without enough public bins, people might be tempted to litter or use other bins improperly, which is obviously not ideal for keeping our neighborhoods clean. It would be helpful if local authorities recognized this issue and either increased the number of bins or provided clearer guidelines for waste disposal. Hopefully, more awareness around this topic will encourage better solutions!