Zohran Mamdani Fails His First Job as Mayor | WATCH
Mamdani is learning that big smiles won't get you anywhere in NYC.
Following a major winter storm that dumped over a foot of snow across parts of New York City last weekend, trash, recycling, and compost collection services have faced significant delays as the Department of Sanitation (DSNY) prioritizes snow removal.
Mayor Zohran Mamdani's administration has not formally suspended services but has shifted resources to clear streets, bus stops, and intersections, leading to backups in garbage pickup and reports of accumulating waste in some neighborhoods.
The storm, which hit early Sunday, January 25, prompted alternate-side parking suspensions through at least Tuesday, January 27, with parking meters remaining in effect.
DSNY deployed 700 salt spreaders and 2,300 plows, but frigid temperatures persisting through the week have complicated efforts, turning snow into ice and slowing progress.
Mayor Mamdani, in a press conference, stated the city was "prepared for every possible amount of snow" and highlighted agencies working around the clock, including clearing over 95% of bus shelters. He was even spotted personally helping shovel a stuck vehicle in Williamsburg, emphasizing community support.
At least 10 homless people died from exposure to the cold. In addition, complaints about "buried" neighborhoods and stench from uncollected trash have emerged.
New Yorkers are not impressed.