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on the environment and will limit their use for that reason. Application of sand/salt will be limited on lower volume streets. The Street and Park Superintendent or desi�nee(s) shall determine when conditions warrant the application of sand and/or salt, and what mixture is appropriate for the conditions. Snow Removal Snow removal operations shall be performed on streets, alleys, walks, parking lots and trails maintained by the city. Snow removal priority and scheduling shall be based on needs and conditions and shall be determined by the Street and Park Superintendent or designee(s). Method of Snow Removal Snow will be plowed in a manner minimizing traffic obstructions. The center of the roadway will be plowed first The discharge shall go onto the boulevard area of the street and minimize or reduce snow stack upon walkways, where practical. Weather Conditions/Suspension of Operations Snow and ice control operations will be conducted only when weather conditions do not endanger the safety of city employees and equipment. Factors that may delay snow and ice control operations include severe cold, significant winds, limited visibility, or damaged equipment. Generally, operations shall continue until all roads are passable. Widening and clean-up operations may continue immediately or on the following re�ularly scheduled workday depending upon conditions and circumstances. The safety of the plow operators and the public is essentiaL Therefore, snow operations may be suspended temporarily to allow personnel adequate time for rest. There may be instances when this is not possible depending on storm conditions and other circumstances. Operations may also be suspended during periods of limited visibility. Any decision to suspend operations shall be made by the Street and Park Superintendent or designee(s) and shall be based on the conditions of the storm. The city will still provide access for emergency fire, police, medical and utility services during a major snow or ice storm. Snow and Ice Control Priorities City streets are classified by street function, traffic volume, and importance to the welfare of the community. Streets are prioritized to clear major travel routes first, allowing full access for public safety vehicles. ■ Priority 1- Main Arterials. High-volume streets that must be clear to provide access for emergency, fire, police, and medical services. ■ Priority 2- Secondary Arterials. All other streets that connect major sections of the city. ■ Priority 3- Residential Streets. Third priority streets are lower volume residential streets. ■ Priority 4 - Cul-de-sacs. (Priority 4) ■ Priority 5— A11e,��s. The lowest priority. Plowed after arterials and residential streets are cleared. Downtown snow removal (includin� parkin� lots) commences between 2:00 a.m. and 6:00 a.m. dependin� on the severity of the event. Downtown businesses are responsible for removing snow from the front of their establishments within 24 hours after the snowfall. Sidewalks, Trails, City Operated Facilities, and Outdoor Ice Rinks The City Council designates sidewalks and trails that are plowed by the city. Clearing of non-desi�nated city sidewalks is the responsibility of the property owner. City sidewalks, trails, city operated facilities and city outdoor ice rinks are classified based on traffic, use and the importance to the welfare of the community. These facilities are prioritized to clear school routes and public facilities first This allows for safety to the public and employees of city operated facilities as well as to pedestrians in high traffic corridors.