Councilors press city on access for dense neighborhoods and multifamily buildings

Several councilors used the Sept. 18 hearing to press the administration on equity and access. Councilor Lo(u)ijeune, Councilor Durkan and others noted that the curbside pilot is limited to buildings with six or fewer units and said dense neighborhoods and many multi‑unit buildings therefore cannot access curbside service.

Councilor Durkan urged the administration to consider how to build density and reach residents in areas like Chinatown, the Leather District and other neighborhoods where a standard curbside barrel is impractical. Chris Osgood said Project OSCAR drop‑off locations, targeted outreach, property‑by‑property conversations with building management, and potential building‑level equipment were options staff would pursue. The administration also agreed to discuss community meetings and targeted pest‑control measures prior to implementing the Oct. 5 schedule change in affected neighborhoods.