Look Inside the Knicks Trash Can Drawing: the Custom Paint Job Going Viral
Q1: Are the giveaway trash cans brand new or refurbished street inventory?
A: The Department of Sanitation confirmed that all units awarded through the lottery were pulled from unused reserve warehouse inventory. They were fully prepped, detailed, and painted specifically for the contest, ensuring winners did not receive soiled curbside equipment.
Q2: Is taking an active litter basket from an NYC street treated as a criminal offense?
A: Yes. Removing, modifying, or transporting an active municipal litter basket violates New York City administrative and criminal codes covering the theft of public property. The offense can lead to grand larceny charges depending on replacement costs and service disruptions.
Q3: Will the city offer these painted litter baskets for direct retail sale?
A: The department announced this initial run as an exclusive, zero-cost promotional lottery. While retail expansions have not been greenlit, past design programs run through city merchandise foundations suggest limited capsule runs remain possible if public demand holds steady.
