Provo City

Snow and Ice Control


 

Mayor John R. Curtis on Snow and Ice Control

I recently had the opportunity to ride along in a snow plow with our snow removal crew. It made me aware of the obstacles our snow plow drivers sometimes face that make their work more difficult.

There are many things we can do as residents to help them be more effective. For example, when you see a snow plow, remember that the driver is in a large truck that is difficult to maneuver and may have less traction than you have in your car. Give the truck room to remove the snow. Passing the snow plow on a hill can be dangerous.

Here are some other ways to help:
 

  • Park cars in the driveway and not on the street.
  • Remove parked disabled cars and basketball stands from the street before winter.
  • Set garbage and recycling containers close to the curb and remove them from the street as soon as possible after they are serviced.
  • As a reminder, clear sidewalks with one inch or more of snow within 24 hours.
  • Clear driveway and sidewalk snow onto your property instead of the road to improve safety for everyone.

Something I hadn’t realized before is that even though we call it snow removal, we can’t really remove the snow. The most we can do is move it. That’s a reality we all face. By working together, we increase not only the effectiveness of the crew, but also the safety of everyone who travels our roads and sidewalks.

If you have any questions, concerns, or complaints about snow removal, call 801-852-6704 or complete our snow removal feedback form and we will get in touch with you.