The City is not responsible for mailboxes damaged during snow-plowing if they do not meet guidelines. These guidelines require the bottom of the box to be 40 inches above the ground and the front of the box to be 8-10 inches in from the curb. The use of railroad ties, bricks or masonry is prohibited. The city is responsible for clearing snow from all the municipal parking lots and the areas around the Burlington Northern train station. City crews also clear sidewalks in the downtown area as part of a program of services paid for through a special taxing district.
Property owners are responsible for clearing commercial parking lots.
During a heavy snowfall, when emergency services are needed, call 911. The operator will inform city crews if emergency snow plowing is needed.