Albuquerque and many other U.S. cities have a serious problem: Thousands of people experiencing homelessness need a place to use the bathroom when they’re not in a shelter or a public toilet isn’t available. When forced to go outside, there are significant consequences. Small business owners and their employees spend valuable time and resources cleaning […]
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