The Department of Public Works is closely monitoring weather reports for the expected snowstorm tomorrow, Tuesday, February 13. Impacts to the morning commute are expected with a final snowfall accumulation of approximately 5 to 8 inches. Crews are anticipating this storm will be a plowable event, with an approximate snowfall rate of 1 to 2 inches per hour. Help us help you by following the below tips:
- If possible, excessive shoveling of your driveway apron can be avoided by waiting until the plow operation is complete.
- Please be considerate of how and where snow is piled when shoveling or using a snow blower. Always shovel snow or aim a snow blower chute back onto your property. Please DO NOT blow or shovel snow from driveways or sidewalks into the street. It is a hazard to all vehicles.
- When you hear that a storm is expected, move your car off the street into your driveway. This will speed up the plowing operation and make the streets safer for travel.
- Park your car, or cars, as close to the end of the driveway as is safely possible (not over the sidewalk or driveway apron). This eliminates the need for shoveling the entire driveway to free your car when the storm has ended and the roads are safe to travel.
- When snow removal equipment is at work with lights flashing, stay clear. This equipment moves slowly.
- If you are unable to shovel snow or are going to be away, make arrangements to have the snow cleared from your sidewalk. Please remember that you are responsible to shovel your sidewalks within 24 hours after the storm. This will be enforced by the Police Department. This is also applicable to the business community.
- Please clear snow away from all hydrants so that the Fire Department can reach them without delay. Also, make sure that the snow is not blocking the address number to your house.
- Be aware that snow shoveling is a strenuous activity made worse by extremely cold temperatures. Stay hydrated. Older residents and those in ill health should not shovel. Prior to a snow storm, make arrangements with someone to shovel for you.
- To facilitate safe garbage collections, a clear path should be made from the sidewalk to where the garbage is kept. If this is not possible, it is suggested that the garbage be carried to the curb for pickup and returned promptly after the collection is completed.