In order to make the most efficient use of available resources, priorities have been established using the assumption that the severity of a storm is not beyond the normal capabilities of the City’s snow and ice control resources. Depending on the nature of the snowstorm, deviations could occur. The established priorities are as follows:
Priority 1:
Primary Streets: Arterial Streets and Emergency Snow routes
Service Level – Plowing will typically begin with 2” of snow accumulation. Complete snow and ice control within 24 hours of snowfall ending.
Priority 2:
Secondary Streets: Collector Streets
Service Level – Plowing will typically begin with 4” of snow accumulation. Complete snow and ice control within 24 hours after Priority 1 completion.
Priority 3:
Residential Streets: Local Streets
Service Level – Plowing will typically begin with 6” of snow accumulation to ensure that they are passable to emergency services and general public as necessary upon completion of Priorities 1 through 2.
The top priorities will be constantly monitored and if snow persists we will return to those areas for plowing and/or treating.
The snow depths for plowing are guidelines and may not be adhered to for each storm event. The Public Works Director will have discretion based upon current and forecasted weather and pavement conditions.