The program was launched by retired attorney Brian Trotier, who for years has been handing out food to people in need as a volunteer with a local nonprofit.
Trotier said he noticed that there were few trash cans in the area, so he contacted the waste disposal company EDCO, who agreed to set up a bin twice a week. People are paid $2 for every trash bag they bring.
The nonprofit, the Lucky Duck Foundation, agreed to provide $20,000 to fund the program over four months. Executive Director Drew Moser said the program gives residents an opportunity to contribute to cleaning their neighborhood. He added that the organization also advocates for more immediate strategies such as shelters to move people off the street.
Israel Garcia, who lives in a downtown encampment, said while it's not a lot of money, it's enough for a bus fare to the Social Security office and to get other resources.
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