The official zoning map is a part of the Zoning Ordinance. Changes to the Zoning Ordinance or map can only be approved by the City Commission following the appropriate public hearings. Notification is required only when somebody is proposing to rezone property, request a zoning variance, or request a special exception permit. State law and City ordinances require the city to notify property owners within a certain radius of a proposed development and publish a notice in the newspaper. If somebody is proposing to develop a subdivision or a site plan that complies with the current zoning requirements, a public hearing and notice may not be required.
Snow is removed as it begins to accumulate.
First, we concentrate on major streets, hills, hazardous intersections, and school areas. Then attention is given to residential areas. We must keep major streets open to allow buses and emergency vehicles a way to get to all parts of our city. As soon as we are certain major streets are clear, equipment is moved into residential areas. These routes are top priority during a snow event.