WORKSHOP ITEM Jon Haukaas, Director of Public Works
Title
2020 UPDATE TO THE CITY OF BLAINE SNOW AND ICE CONTROL POLICY
Background
The Snow and Ice Control Policy establishes goals of the City in managing winter storms. It clarifies areas of responsibility for levels of service to our infrastructure and when we start or stop operations. Routes, equipment, and priorities are described as well as the responsibilities of residents. It explains the process for residents to mark areas of concern as well as reporting and resolving damage complaints. Finally, it includes the updates to the City’s Parking Ordinances approved by the City Council in 2019.
The City’s original Snow and Ice Policy was last updated by City Council adoption of Resolution No. 17-172 in December 2017. Updating the policy is warranted due to the increase in mileage of streets, sidewalks, trails and numbers of cul-de-sacs. Additionally, updating the policy is necessary to reflect changes in operational routes, equipment, and technology usage.
Recommendation
Ask questions and discuss the City of Blaine Snow and Ice Control Policy. The policy is on the agenda for formal approval at the regular meeting October 19.