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Public Works director updates committee on sidewalk plowing priorities and policy questions
Summary
Public Works Director David Teelon updated the Infrastructure Committee on sidewalk plowing priorities and the process used to prioritize areas; councilors asked about schedule, snow-blowing practices and whether ordinances require private property owners to clear snow.
Public Works Director David Teelon briefed the Infrastructure Committee on sidewalk plowing operations and the prioritization process on Jan. 21. Teelon described how the department prioritizes routes and the expected cadence of sidewalk plowing during snow events.
Councilor Deane asked for additional clarification on the plowing schedule and how areas are prioritized; Teelon and City Engineer Jeff Davis responded. Councilor Mallar raised questions about snow-blowing practices and whether staff had considered changes to plowing protocol and prioritization; Teelon addressed those questions. Councilor Faloon asked how long sidewalk plowing typically takes and Teelon provided timing estimates.
Councilor Carson asked whether ordinances require private property owners to manage snow removal; staff and councilors discussed the issue. Councilor Deane stated she believed private property owners are required to manage snow removal and discussed enforcement with City Engineer Jeff Davis, Public Works Director Teelon and committee members. The minutes show discussion and clarification but do not record any ordinance changes or new enforcement directives.
