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Streets
The major streets, transit routes, and collector streets that are designated as Snow Emergency Routes are treated and opened to traffic within twenty-four hours of a snowfall. We will endeavour to maintain a bare asphalt condition on such streets, provided, there is no reduction in the level of service to our overall program. Major residential hills are also considered a high priority and every attempt is made to treat them within twenty-four hours of a snowfall. Minor collectors and residential streets are dealt with only after the top priority streets are taken care of, however, our objective is to have them treated and opened within seventy-two hours of a snowfall.
Bridges
Bridge decks are very susceptible to icing conditions and are given a high priority during heavy frost and black ice situations.
Lanes
Lanes are not cleared by the Municipality except in special circumstances when it is required for refuse collection or for an emergency.
Sidewalks
Sidewalks are not cleared by the Municipality except on bridges, on pedestrian underpasses and overpasses. Property owners are required by Municipal By-laws to clear snow adjacent to their property (residential or commercial).
Bus Shelters
Bus Shelters are cleared by the Municipality on a priority basis.
Ice and Snow on Steep Streets
In the event of a snowfall or when icy conditions prevail,
steep streets may be temporarily barricaded to prevent their
use. At the first opportunity the Municipality shall arrange
to have the street plowed and/or salted. If street conditions
remain unsafe despite these efforts or if adverse weather
conditions continue, the temporary barricades may remain
until such time as the street is deemed safe for use. The
above procedure must have the approval of the Director of
Engineering or his designate prior to closure.
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