Politics & Government

Boston City Council President Proposes 'Rat Czar' To Control Rodent Population

Changes during the pandemic have made the problem so much worse in major cities, and people here are grossed out.

(CBS Boston)

April 26, 2023

BOSTON - Boston City Council President Ed Flynn wants to create a new department entirely devoted to rodents.

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"It's a critical issue, it's a public health issue, it's a public safety issue, quality of life issue and residents want us to take action on it," Flynn said.

Flynn is leading the charge against the repulsive issue of rats. Changes during the pandemic have made the problem so much worse in major cities, and people here are grossed out.

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