<img class="webfeedsFeaturedVisual" src="https://display.blogto.com/articles/20220626-Mamakas.jpg?w=1200&amp;cmd=resize_then_crop&amp;height=630&amp;quality=70&amp;format=jpeg" width="100%" /><p>One Toronto neighbourhood is appealing to the City for a change in garbage day, arguing that the presence of loaded bins is hindering the vibes for its&nbsp;end-of-week party crowd.</p><p>If any neighbourhood in the city could possibly get away with fighting for a change in garbage day to better support partying, it would be Ossington, and, according to a <a href="https://secure.toronto.ca/council/agenda-item.do?item=2025.IE20.11&amp;utm_source=torontotoday.ca&amp;utm_campaign=torontotoday.ca%3A%20outbound&amp;utm_medium=referral">motion</a> set to go before City Council later this week, that's exactly what they're doing.</p><p>"As we approach the patio season, the busiest evenings for hospitality and retail services in the west-end areas of Ossington, Queen West, and College Promenade are Thursday through Saturday," the agenda item opens.</p><p>Currently, however, the neighbourhood's garbage day coincides with the peak period on Thursday evenings, "which has been identified as a less-than-ideal time for both residents and businesses," it goes on to say.</p><p>A letter from Meg Marshall, the manager of the Ossington BIA, argues that&nbsp;not only do garbage bins clutter the sidewalks during peak times, particularly with the addition&nbsp;of CafeTO curb patios, but they also make for a nasty experience that could be bad for business.</p><p>"The sensory experience of enjoying a meal or drink outside is unfortunately compromised by the strong and often unpleasant smells, especially during the summer heat," Marshall writes. "This can significantly affect the experience for both locals and tourists, potentially detracting from the atmosphere that makes Ossington such a beloved destination."</p><p>She suggests that the City take on a "holistic view" of how essential services can best support Toronto's nightlife scene, proposing Tuesday or Wednesday as a better alternative.</p><p>Marshall's sentiments are echoed by AnaBela Taborda, the Board Chair of the Little Portugal BIA, in an additional&nbsp;letter.</p><p>"Thursday evening collection conflicts with our district&rsquo;s busiest nights for foot traffic, patios, and nightlife," Taborda writes.&nbsp;"Overflowing bins, sidewalk blockages, and unpleasant odours during peak business hours negatively affect the experience for residents and visitors alike."</p><p>The motion is expected to go before the City's General Manager of Solid Waste Services between April 23 and 25, and, after that, the likelihood of sharing your Thursday evening patio table with a steaming, stinky garbage bin could very well go down.</p>