Board pushes for more bear‑resistant trash cans downtown after ongoing problems
Members reviewed problems with downtown bears accessing trash after public-works removed latches; the city has ordered three metal bear‑resistant cans and the board discussed pursuing grants to place an estimated 10–15 cans downtown to reduce litter and fines.
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The Chair reported problems with bear-resistant trash cans downtown after public works removed the latches on several units, leaving larger openings that bears could reach into. "They took the latches off already," the Chair said, and noted the city has ordered three additional metal cans but community members say more (about 10–15) are needed in busy areas.
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