[Archived] Snow Removal in Alexandria

City Press Release


	For Immediate Release	For More Information, Contact
	December 5, 2005 PIO# 341-05/rdo	Steven J. Mason, Public Information Officer, or Raynard Owens, Communications Officer, at 703.838.4300 Raynard Owens, Communications Officer, at 703.838.4300

Snow Removal in Alexandria

The winter season is upon the City of Alexandria and that means snow. In order to keep the sidewalks and streets in Alexandria safe after winter storms, the City has developed a procedure for snow removal.

Homeowners and business owners are required to clear sidewalks abutting their property within 24 hours after a storm has ended (City Code, Section 5-2-21). Failure to remove the snow may result in the City having the work done and charging the cost to the property owner.

Residents should remember the following:

• Do not place snow from your property onto the sidewalk or street.
• Park cars off the street when possible.
• Clear leaves and snow from nearby fire hydrants and storm drains.
• Check on neighbors needing special assistance.
• Use alternate transportation during winter storms.

Snow is cleared from streets by the Department of Transportation and Environmental Services (T&ES), however, not all roads in Alexandria are maintained by T&ES. Teams focus on clearing primary roadways, hospital and emergency routes, and school bus routes prior to clearing areas with hills and residential streets. Snow plow operations begin when there are three or more inches of snow on the pavement.

Vehicles parked on snow emergency routes may be towed and impounded. During a snow emergency, it is unlawful for any person to obstruct or impede traffic by failing to have vehicles equipped with snow tires or chains.

For general information, check the City’s web site at alexandriava.gov or call the Office of Citizens Assistance at 703.838.4800.

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