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in the "Snow and Ice Control Priorities" section. The cityr is concerned about the effect of such chemicals on the environment and `vill limit their use for that reason. Application of sand/salt �vill be limited on lo`ver volume streets. The Street and Park Superintendent oY designee(s) shall deteYmine when conditions waYrant the application of sand and/or salt, and what mixture is appropriate for the conditions. Snow Removal Sno`v removal operations shall be performed on streets, alley s, `valks, parking lots and trails maintained byT the cit�r. Snow removal priorit�r 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 roadwayT will be plo�ved first The dischaYge shall go onto the boulevaYd aYea of the street and mitumize oY reduce snow stack upon `valktivayTs, where practical. Weather Conditions/Suspension of Operations Sno`v and ice control operations will be conducted on1�T when `veather conditions do not endanger the safetyT of cit�T emplo�Tees and equipment. Factors that may dela�T sno`v and ice control operations include severe cold, significant `vinds, limited visibilit�T, or damaged equipment. GenerallyT, operations shall continue until all roads are passable. Widening and clean-up operations mayT continue immediately or on the following regularlyT scheduled `vorkdayT depending upon conditions and circumstances. The safety of the plow operatoYs and the public is essential. TheYefoYe, snow opeYations mayr be suspended temporarily to allow peYsonnel adequate time for rest There may be instances when this is not possible depending on storm conditions and other circumstances. Operations mayT also be suspended during periods of limited visibilityT. AnyT decision to suspend operations shall be made byT the Street and Park Superintendent or designee(s) and shall be based on the conditions of the storm. The cityT will still provide access for emergency fire, police, medical and utility services during a major sno`v or ice storm. Snow and Ice Control Priorities CityT streets are classified by street function, traffic volume, and importance to the welfare of the communityT. Streets aYe prioritized to clear majoY travel routes first, allowing full access for public safetyr vehicles. ■ PriorityT 1- Main Arterials. High-volume streets that must be clear to provide access for emergencyT, fire, police, and medical services. ■ Priorityr 2- Secondary Arterials. r1ll otheY streets that connect majoY sections of the cityr. ■ PriorityT 3- Residential Streets. Third priorityT streets are lower volume residential streets. ■ PriorityT 4 - Cul-de-sacs. (PriorinT 4) ■ PriorityT 5— Alle,� The lo`vest priorityT. Plowed after arterials and residential streets are cleared. Downtown snow removal (including parking lots) commences between 2:00 a.m. and 6:00 a.m. depending on the severity of the event. Do�untown businesses are responsible for removing snow from the front of their establishments within 24 hours after the snowfall. Sidewalks, Trails, Ciry Operated Facilities, and Outdoor Ice Rinks The Cit�T Council designates side�ualks and trails that are plo�ued b�T the cityT. Clearing of non-designated cit�T side`valks is the responsibilit�T of the propertyT owner. CityT side`valks, trails, city operated facilities and cityT outdoor ice rinks are classified based on traffic, use and the importance to the welfare of the communityT. These facilities are prioritized to clear school routes and