Committee on Sanitation and Solid Waste Management

Tuesday, January 27, 2026 · 11:00 AM AM · 250 Broadway - 8th Floor - Hearing Room 2

TL;DR

The committee introduced two new laws aimed at improving street cleanliness in New York City. One would create a pilot program testing power washing machines to clean sidewalks in commercial areas, while the other would require city contractors and businesses operating under city permits to meet higher street cleanliness standards.

Key Decisions

  • Pilot program for power washing machines in commercial corridors Introduced
  • Street cleanliness requirements for city concessionaires and franchisees Introduced
Agenda PDF

Agenda

  1. T2026-0159 A Local Law in relation to a pilot program for power washing machines to clean sidewalk surfaces in commercial corridors
    Introduction
  2. T2026-0158 A Local Law to amend the administrative code of the city of New York, in relation to street cleanliness requirements for city concessionaires and franchisees
    Introduction