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Snow Emergencies
Snow Removal Procedures
As the winter season approaches, the Road Department would like to remind you
that the Township does have a general policy for snow removal, although each storm
event may dictate necessary changes.
The major collection streets and roadways are attended to first, followed by
residential streets. Salt material is spread on the road at the start of a storm. When the
snow starts to accumulate, the roads will be plowed with one single pass in each direction
and on each street. After the initial plowing, the plow will return to widen the cleared
area as much as possible. Please keep in mind when clearing driveway entrances that a
plow may be returning again. It is an unavoidable situation that snow will be deposited
on your driveway apron.
In our attempt to remove snow from roads, plowed snow sometimes damages
mailboxes. Wet, heavy snow increases the chance for damage to mailboxes. To reduce
the potential for damage, make sure your mailbox is properly installed (Guideline in
online Resident's Guide or at township offices) and is secured on a regulation post.
Township crews make every effort to avoid causing damage to mailboxes.
Additional reminders:
1) Do not push or throw snow into roadways. This creates hazardous driving conditions.
2) Keep parked vehicles off the street whenever possible.
Emergency Levels
Governments can declare snow emergencies of differing levels in response to weather
conditions. Here is a reference of levels from most restrictive to least:
Level 3
Roads are closed to all except emergency personnel. Other motorists could be subject to
arrest.
Level 2
Motorists should travel only if necessary. Employees should contact their employers to
determine whether they are expected to report to work.
Level 1
A warning of icy and snowy roads that could be hazardous.
Snow Emergency
Parked vehicles should be removed from roads to accommodate plowing.
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Monclova Township Administrative Offices
4335 Albon Road -- Monclova, OH 43542
(419) 865-7862
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