Liam Quigley
Parks and sanitation reporter for Gothamist and WNYC who covers local urban planning and sanitation issues, including Grand Army Plaza and the city's composting program.
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Apr 17, 2026 • 27min
A Pedestrian-Friendly Grand Army Plaza?
Liam Quigley, parks and sanitation reporter for Gothamist and WNYC, breaks down the plan to expand pedestrian space at Grand Army Plaza and the history behind the redesign. He also explores declining citywide composting participation, enforcement shifts, and the practical challenges landlords and residents face. Short, clear takes on traffic redesign, community reactions, and compost policy.
Apr 27, 2026 • 17min
Could European Style Trash Bins Clean Up NYC? The City Is Betting Yes
Caroline Lewis, a WNYC health reporter who covers public health and medical research, and Liam Quigley, a WNYC/Gothamist reporter on sanitation and neighborhood issues, discuss New York’s plan to add 6,500 curbside container bins and the tradeoffs for parking and public space. They also cover Bellevue’s study on rising e-bike and e-scooter injuries, helmet use, alcohol, and who is getting hurt most.
Mar 31, 2025 • 26min
How to Compost in NYC
Liam Quigley, a reporter for WNYC and Gothamist, specializes in New York City’s parks and sanitation. He discusses the challenges of the city’s new mandatory composting program, which is facing low compliance and potential fines for property owners. Liam offers practical tips for composting in cramped urban spaces and tackles the common issue of pests, especially in Brooklyn. He also highlights innovative composting options and the pivotal role of effective waste management in reducing the city's rat population.
