Overview

• The 'rat hole,' a sidewalk imprint resembling a rodent, gained notoriety after a social media post earlier this year.
• City officials decided to remove the damaged section of the sidewalk to address both the physical deterioration and the nuisance caused by its popularity.
• Despite its removal, the imprint has been preserved and is currently in storage while future plans for its display are considered.
• Local residents expressed mixed feelings about the removal, citing both relief from the disturbances and nostalgia for the neighborhood landmark.
• The decision on the final placement of the 'rat hole' will involve collaboration between city departments and the mayor's office.