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Residents and council members press for clearer snow‑removal plan after businesses blocked
Summary
Residents and a council member raised complaints about large snow piles on Cedar and Pine that impede businesses and asked staff whether the existing snow-removal policy and two‑pass plowing practice remain in effect.
Residents and council members pressed staff about snow removal after recent storms, saying large snow piles at the top of Cedar and Pine are blocking business access and harming downtown commerce. A resident who identified himself as Jesse of 5334 River Avenue said, "I'm kinda concerned about the big snow piles at the top of Cedar And Pine," and asked the council to consider changes to protect businesses and public safety.
Council members said equipment shortages and heavy, wet snow have delayed removal but that they intend to move snow as soon as crews and equipment are available. Staff noted that some businesses can be accessed from the bottom of the hill while the top remains blocked and that the city will work to remove vehicles and clear priority areas. The topic prompted requests for clearer public communication on snow-removal schedules and possible enforcement to move parked vehicles that obstruct plowing.
