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Selectboard to post notice urging residents to clean up plow crossings
Summary
Board members said state law prohibits plowing across the road and agreed to post a notice on the Kirby website asking residents to clean up plow crossings and warning of follow-up if the issue recurs.
The chair told the Selectboard the town will post a notice on the Kirby web page reminding residents that state law prohibits plowing snow across public roads and asking property owners to clean up crossings to avoid damage and safety hazards. "Clean up your plow mess," the Chair said, explaining that leftover snow in the roadway can damage town equipment and create hazards for other drivers.
Board members discussed enforcement practices: if the road foreman (John) sees repeat violations he will document the condition with photos and escalate to the board or sheriff for follow-up. The Chair said the planned web notice will explain the rationale (equipment damage and safety) and advise residents to expect contact if they leave road-blocking snow in place. The board did not adopt a formal ordinance at the meeting but instructed staff to post the notice and monitor the situation.
