A contentious fight is unfolding in New York City over control of public infrastructure, with disputes erupting over who manages and profits from lampposts and trashcans. Advocacy groups and city officials clash over whether these assets should be privatized or remain under municipal oversight, raising concerns about public access and maintenance standards. The debate highlights broader tensions between economic development and the preservation of essential city services. Critics argue that commercial interests could undermine the equitable use of shared urban spaces.
Inside the sticky battle for New York City’s lampposts and trashcans Spectrum News NY1
