Fighting ECB ticket
So, we got our first ECB ticket, for putting out trash that had 5 or more recyclables/bottles contained inside. I know this can’t be right because (1) the ticket is timed at 7:58 a.m. and our sanitation guys are done on the street by 7:30 and (2) we put out black garbage bags that are…
So, we got our first ECB ticket, for putting out trash that had 5 or more recyclables/bottles contained inside. I know this can’t be right because (1) the ticket is timed at 7:58 a.m. and our sanitation guys are done on the street by 7:30 and (2) we put out black garbage bags that are tied tightly and religiously separate recyclables from trash. We live on a busy street so it’s definitely possible that pedestrians are just putting their empty soda cans or bottles right on top of the trash bags. Is this worth fighting? it’s not a lot of money, but since I didn’t do anything wrong, I’d like to fight it if I have more than a snowball’s chance in hell in winning. Thanks
definitely fight it, as the fee goes up the second/third time, it was not your fault, and they should know that they cant give tickets to people for no reason….
This may help…
Penalty Relief Program
As part of the NYC Penalty Relief Program (http://www.nyc.gov/html/dob/downloads/pdf/penalty_relief_program_flyer.pdf), between September 21 and December 21, individuals who failed to attend ECB hearings and have had the higher “default” penalty imposed may be able to reduce the amount of fines owed. Visit the Department of Finance (http://www.nyc.gov/html/dof/html/home/home.shtml) website for more information.
Fight it – even if its only $25.
Also, get to know your sanitation inspector. Explain the proble. It is good to have them understand. I had this same problem in the past and since I spoke to the inspector – no more tickets.
I’ve fought them & would do it again. Marshal your arguments carefully & take pix of your street – showing how busy it is. I also took photos of my various recycling setups & how I have a sign on the kitchen rubbish bin pointing out to visitors what mustn’t go in it.
I’ve had one tossed & one cut in half.