Watertown council considers restrictions on shopping carts in public places
Watertown Councilman Benjamin P. Shoen is considering a ban on stolen shopping carts in city streets and public places.
By the ClickNNY North Country Desk
Watertown Councilman Benjamin P. Shoen is considering a ban on stolen shopping carts in city streets and public places.
Shoen said he recently encountered stolen merchandise in one cart and has raised concerns about carts being used to hold belongings or merchandise. The proposal’s details and status were not included in the available material.
Reported by ClickNNY and reviewed by an editor before publication.
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