The bond proposal finances not only buying these units in Year 1 but also ensuring a generation’s worth of maintenance to keep them in good order.
A young girl and her grandfather enjoy an afternoon downtown while the girl’s parents are busy at work. Suddenly, the girl says with a worried look and crossed legs: “Grandpa, I gotta!” He holds her hand and scans the area, realizing as he stands up that he’s also “gotta go.” But where? The park doesn’t have a porta-potty, the mall is several blocks away, and finding a store with a restroom will mean buying something — if they have a restroom at all.
Why not keep contracting for more port-a-potties? The Municipality has relied on this service in parks and other public spaces, but these units aren’t suited to permanent, year-round use. Currently, Anchorage spends more than $450,000 annually on portable bathrooms, which are increasingly challenging to maintain and service. The contractors we work with are less and less interested in working with the Municipality because of the abuse of their property.
It’s essential to emphasize these public restrooms are designed to accommodate everyone, regardless of age, ability, or background. Whether it’s a mother with a toddler, an elderly individual exploring downtown, a tourist from out of state, a homeless individual or someone with mobility challenges, these facilities are intended to serve the entire community.
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