New York, NY - The New York Times:
In the Belly of the Beast

July 1, 2005 12:00 AM

"...Each BigBelly holds the same amount as six to eight standard trash cans and is fully enclosed to keep litter contained. It carries a number of safety precautions. The compactor cannot operate if either the trash removal door or access panel is open, and a flap keeps hands from reaching into the compation area. 'I am confident that we are going to have a cleaner and better Flushing than ever before,' said Flushing Assemblyman Jimmy Meng at the unveiling..."