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. e Je j,7IT 1411 Page 7 City Snowplowing The city of Elk River plows all city streets when the snow depth is two or more inches. Plowing operations begin at 3:00 a.m. ev ith seven trucks plowing street routes and one front-end loader plowing parking lots and cul-de-sacs. A 6-inch snowfall takes 8 to 12 hours to plow completely. In the event of a heavy snowfall, all roads will be opened with at least one pass and then plowed completely in the usual sequence after the snow and/or wind has stopped. Each truck plows a designated priority route and then starts a specific residential area. The plow routes are designed to clear the streets for as many residents as possible in the shortest period of time. For this reason,some cul-de-sacs are often just"circled"on the first trip and plowed later by another unit. This at least allows residents access to their driveways. Because trash is collected somewhere in the City, five days per week,one or more of the snowplow routes will encounter trash containers while plowing. Residents are asked to please leave their containers 3-feet behind the curb line so that the snow windrow does- n't knock the container over. The trash trucks have the ability to reach up to six feet back from the traveled roadway. Plow operators will slow down to avoid trash containers but will not stop to move containers or set containers upright that have been overturned.Cooperation by residents will do much to help us keep our plowing on schedule. Salt and Sanding Operations All major intersections, as well as hills and curves, are sanded as needed to maintain vehicle traffic. Elk River, like most cities, does not have the equipment or resources to sand all streets end-to-end,so drivers must use caution when operating motor vehicles during icy conditions and during extremely cold weather. Salt is not an effective ice melter at temperatures below 10 degrees Fahrenheit, so salt and sand are applied on a very limited basis during very cold weather. Please remember it is against city ordinance and state law to plow or push snow from private property onto or across city streets. HAVE A SAFE AND ENJOYABLE WINTER. Operating Snowmobiles on Public Streets The operation of snowmobiles on public streets is permitted only when it is necessary to gain access to designated snowmobile trails,private property or areas which,by Minnesota Statutes, may be used by snowmobiles. Snowmobiles operated on public streets in 'tatted areas within the City's Urban Service Area must be operated on the furthermost right hand portion of the roadway or shoulder sur- e(not on boulevards or on portions of the right-of-way beyond the roadway or shoulder surface),and in single file. • SNOWMOBILING IN ELK RIVER It is unlawful to operate a snowmobile within the city limits in the following manner: 1. On a public sidewalk or walkway used for pedestrian travel. 2. On private property without lawful authority or consent of the owner. 3. Within one hundred(100)feet of any fisherman, fish house,shelter,pedestrian,skating rink,sliding area or in any other area where such operation would conflict with the use or endanger other persons or property. 4. At any place,while under the influenc; of intoxicating liquor,narcotics,or habit-forming drugs. 5. At a rate of speed greater than reasona.le under surrounding circumstances. 6. At any place in a careless,reckless or egligent manner so as to endanger the person or property of another. 7. Without a lighted headlight and taillig t when required. 8. Without a muffler in good working or.er. 9. On public streets, highway,alleys, or .ublic property between the hours of 12:00 a.m. and 7:00 a.m. except for emergency purposes or except if the operator is returning to his or her residence at a speed not in excess of ten(10)miles per hour. 10. In any tree nursery or planting in a ma ner that damages or destroys growing stock. Be a R:sponsible Pet Owner and License Your Pet The police department receives umerous complaints each year of dogs and cats running at large. If your dog or cat runs away and is found by a stranger or .y the animal warden,the owner can usually be found if your animal is licensed. If you find a dog or cat running at large, first confine the animal and then call 441-2323 to report the incident. v LICENSING REGULATIONS > ',`� � Dog license -- $10.00 for two years beginning in January. °� ..' i.r Cat license -- $5.00 for two years beginning in January. Pr Proof of rabies vaccination is required at time of licensing. LICENSES ARE AVAILABLE AT CITY HALL-441-7420