NEW YORK -- The U.S. Department of Agriculture is tackling a turkey problem on Staten Island. CBS New York reported residents are tired of turkeys trotting through traffic. Turkeys also have invaded the grounds of Staten Island University Hospital. City Councilman Steve Matteo said there are concerns people could have bird droppings on their shoes when they enter the hospital. The USDA will round up 100 turkeys and take them to a sanctuary upstate.
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