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NYC Launches ‘Rat Pack’ to Combat Rodent Infestation

Mona Davids by Mona Davids
July 29, 2024
in Adams Adminstration, Metro
NYC Launches ‘Rat Pack’ to Combat Rodent Infestation
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On Sunday, July 28th, New York City Mayor Eric Adams announced the launch of a new initiative called the “Rat Pack,” aimed at tackling the city’s persistent rodent problem. This program invites New Yorkers to become anti-rodent activists, joining a collective effort to reduce the rat population across the city’s five boroughs.

The “Rat Pack” program, introduced during a press conference in Brooklyn’s Sunset Park, involves volunteers participating in a comprehensive two-hour training session at the Department of Health’s “Rat Academy.” This training covers effective rat mitigation strategies, including maintaining cleanliness, proper garbage disposal, and preventing rats from finding food and shelter. Volunteers are also encouraged to participate in community service projects to help maintain clean and rat-free neighborhoods.

Mayor Adams emphasized that the initiative is open to all residents, particularly building superintendents, property managers, community gardeners, and business owners. He stated, “From day one, our administration has aimed to make New York City the least rat-friendly city in America. We want you to join our Rat Pack and help us defend our community from rodents.”

Participants in the “Rat Pack” will also have the opportunity to go on a “Rat Walk” with Kathleen Corradi, the city’s Director of Rodent Mitigation, also known as the “Rat Czar.” These walks will focus on identifying and addressing key areas where rats are known to thrive. Volunteers will be equipped with tools such as shovels and wood chips to help control the growth of rat habitats, particularly around trees and other green spaces.

The initiative follows a year of increased efforts by the city to curb its rat problem. Earlier this year, the NYC Department of Sanitation reported a decrease in rodent sightings within designated mitigation zones. The city also introduced a new trash container system to keep streets cleaner and reduce the availability of food for rats. This system is expected to be implemented by 70% by November.

The “Rat Pack” initiative represents a significant step in the city’s ongoing battle against rodents. Mayor Adams and the city’s health officials have provided guidelines for residents to further assist in these efforts, including securing garbage in rat-resistant containers, maintaining clean and clutter-free environments, and repairing any structural damage that might provide rats with entry points.

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