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  • +["<xml><dl class=\"decidim_awesome-custom_fields\" data-generator=\"decidim_awesome\" data-version=\"0.12.0\">\n<dt name=\"textarea-1756922998878-0\">Idea Submission for The People's Money:</dt>\n<dd id=\"textarea-1756922998878-0\" name=\"textarea\"><div>We propose installing a citywide network of easily accessible machines for collecting glass and plastic containers, as well as paper waste. Residents will be able to return recyclables and receive monetary compensation, which will increase recycling rates and improve the cleanliness of NYC. To ensure the project's self-sufficiency, we recommend equipping the machines with LCD screens capable of displaying commercial advertisements.</div></dd>\n<dt name=\"textarea-1758648114412-0\">What is the problem your idea aims to address?</dt>\n<dd id=\"textarea-1758648114412-0\" name=\"textarea\"><div>Create a cleaner and safer city by reducing litter and improving the overall environment. \nEngage residents in saving the city budget.\nEnsure self-sufficiency of the system through advertising, allowing the machines to operate without financial burden on the city.\nProvide additional source of income for residents who return recyclable materials.\nTo develop a sense of personal responsibility for the city's ecology and encourage environmentally conscious habits among citizens.</div></dd>\n<dt name=\"checkbox-group-1756922140917-0\">Which groups does your idea focus on? Select all that apply</dt>\n<dd id=\"checkbox-group-1756922140917-0\" name=\"checkbox-group\">\n<div alt=\"youth\">Youth (under 24)</div>\n<div alt=\"older-adults\">Older Adults (65 +)</div>\n<div alt=\"public-housing\">Public Housing Residents</div>\n<div alt=\"justice-impacted\">Justice Impacted People</div>\n<div alt=\"disabilities\">People with Disabilities</div>\n<div alt=\"lep\">Limited English Speakers</div>\n<div alt=\"immigrants-migrants\">Immigrants / Migrants</div>\n<div alt=\"veterans\">Veterans</div>\n<div alt=\"lgbtq-plus\">LGBTQIA+ People</div>\n<div alt=\"parents\">Parents</div>\n<div alt=\"unhoused\">Unhoused People</div>\n</dd>\n</dl></xml>"]

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