By rdnewsNOW Staff

Sanding And Salting

Town of Ponoka snow and ice control operations underway

Nov 16, 2021 | 1:54 PM

With the arrival of icy winter conditions, Town of Ponoka snow and ice control crews are busy sanding and salting Town roadways throughout the community on Tuesday and clearing snow from drifted roadways where needed.

Town officials say crews are also busy salting, sanding and clearing drifted sidewalks adjacent to Town-owned properties and on walking trails and park furniture (benches, picnic tables, etc.) in Town parks and throughout the trail system.

To report an icy intersection, back alley, or snow-covered sidewalk that may need attention, residents are asked to submit an online request on the Town website at www.ponoka.ca. Just click the Service Request button under ‘File an Online Service Request’ and fill out the form. You can also phone the Town Office at 403-783-4431 where Town staff can help fill out the online form for you.

With the return of winter conditions, Ponoka citizens are also reminded to once again please help keep the community safe by ensuring sidewalks that border your property are clear of snow and ice. As the COVID-19 pandemic continues, more people have been getting exercise by going for walks in neighbourhoods throughout Ponoka. By keeping the sidewalks adjacent to your property clear of snow and ice, you are protecting the safety and well-being of your neighbours and fellow citizens.

When shovelling, residents are asked to please avoid depositing snow and ice onto the roadway and properties other than your own. Shovelling snow onto your own property is not only good for your grass when it melts in the spring, it is also a requirement under the Town of Ponoka Community Standards Bylaw #387-17. Keeping sidewalks that border your property clear of snow and ice is also a requirement under the Bylaw and can result in fines when necessary.

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Town of Ponoka snow and ice control operations are conducted according to the Town’s Snow Removal and Ice Control Policy to improve safety for motorists and pedestrians and support the operation of emergency services. The Town’s snow and ice control operations are conducted within the Town’s annual snow removal budget which is based on average winter snowfall conditions over the past 10 years and is approved by town council.

To view the Town of Ponoka Snow and Ice Control Policy, please visit the Town website at www.ponoka.ca. Click ‘Town Services’ on the top menu bar, then click ‘Roads’ on the drop-down menu, and then ‘Snow and Ice Control Program’.

Town winter operations crews work in conjunction with the Alberta Ministry of Transportation, which is responsible for snow and ice control on Highways 2A and 53 in Ponoka.