NYC's Rat Czar Resigns: The Unexpected End of the 'War on Rats'

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Kathleen Corradi, New York City's first-ever rat czar, has surprisingly stepped down from her position. Appointed in April 2023 by Mayor Eric Adams to lead the city's ambitious 'War on Rats', Corradi's departure comes as a surprise to many.

The 'War on Rats': A Look Back

Corradi's strategies included using rat contraceptives in bait and establishing rat mitigation teams to tackle the problem in 600,000 street tree beds. These efforts aimed to curb the estimated 3 million rats currently inhabiting the city.

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Mayor Adams confirmed Corradi's resignation, stating she'll be serving the city in a different role. He praised her efforts and emphasized that the fight against rats would continue.

Resources and Information

For more information on the city's rat situation, you can explore:

• New York City's rat information portal: <a href="https://a816-dohbesp.nyc.gov/IndicatorPublic/Rats/" target="_blank" rel="noopener">https://a816-dohbesp.nyc.gov/IndicatorPublic/Rats/</a>
• Submit a rodent complaint via NYC 311: <a href="https://portal.311.nyc.gov/article/?kanumber=KA-01107" target="_blank" rel="noopener">https://portal.311.nyc.gov/article/?kanumber=KA-01107</a>

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