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EGty1� ,.,�� Request for Action <br /> River <br /> To Item Number <br /> Mayor and City Council 10.5 <br /> Agenda Section Meeting Date Prepared by <br /> Work Session October 7, 2019 Tim Sevcik, Street and Park Superintendent <br /> Item Description Reviewed by <br /> Sidewalk Snow Plowing Justin Femrite, P.E.,Public Works Director <br /> Reviewed by <br /> Cal Portner, City Administrator <br /> Action Requested <br /> Provide staff direction for snow and ice control operations on city sidewalks. <br /> Background/Discussion <br /> At the April 15, 2019, City Council Work Session, staff presented a summary of the city's snow and ice <br /> control policy, service levels, and areas of concern. Staff brought back additional information on July 15. <br /> Staff is requesting Council direction in relation to service levels for city sidewalk snow and ice control. <br /> Currently, city staff removes snow and ice from approximately 24.6 miles of the existing 52 miles of city <br /> sidewalk. With current staffing levels and equipment the city is unable to complete snow and ice removal <br /> within the 24-hours provided by city ordinance. <br /> Options for consideration are to add the resources to complete snow removal on the full system or <br /> modify the existing ordinance to allow 48-hours to have sidewalks cleared of snow so city operations are <br /> in compliance. <br /> Financial Impact <br /> N/A <br /> Attachments <br /> • None <br /> The Elk River Vision <br /> A PehoMing community 2a itb revolutionary and spirited resourcefulness, exceptional POWERED By <br /> service, and community engagement that encourages and inspires prosperity INAMIRE1 <br />