Winter

Our snow & ice fighting program’s top priority is to keep people safe and roads passable. Our staff attends training to keep up with best practices for using the right amount of salt to keep roads safe while also reducing our impact on the environment. Because the conditions of each storm are different, we have a plan and decision-making process to make the best use of finite staffing and equipment.   During a storm, what do we plow first? In…

It takes a little time to adjust to winter driving after the first snowfall. Stay safe on the roads this winter by adopting smart winter driving habits: 1. When there is snow—Go Slow. Everyone is in a hurry to get where they are going, but we’re much more likely to get into an accident when driving fast in slippery conditions. On snowy or icy days, plan ahead and give yourself extra time to adjust to road conditions. 2. Don’t Crowd…