As planned, Sea Links roads were plowed starting at around 7:00 AM this morning (Wednesday). A quick drive-around indicated that while the contractor did an adequate job, there was room for improvement. We want to thank the three Residents who took the time to contact us with comments. Here are a few excerpts:
- Snow is pushed in front of driveways, creating a bigger mound that must be removed; this is a special concern if the resulting barrier freezes before it can be removed.
- In previous years when snow was plowed, it was cleared away from people’s driveways so that we could get our cars in/out without bottoming out, risking damage. The snow was piled in large mounds in open spaces (like cul-de-sacs) where it didn’t cause a problem.
- Mail carrier came by and said if this is not cleared better for his truck, no mail will be delivered. USPS regulations require that street-side mailboxes must have a clearance of 30’ (15’ on approach and 15’ after the mailbox).
Main takeaway seems to be, “We liked the timely plowing, but we can’t have our driveway entrances and mailboxes blocked afterward.”
Thank you again for sharing your thoughts and suggestions. We value your feedback!
Keeping Street Drains Clear
There’s rain in the forecast beginning late Thursday, and we’re hoping that will take care of any remaining snow. As the weather warms it’s going to be more important than ever to keep our drains clear of debris. For three days leading up to last night’s dumping we salted by the drains with hopes that would help keep the liquid flowing. Still, if you see a blockage forming in a drain near you please take a few minutes with your shovel to break it up.
The lakes that can result from repeated thaw-freeze cycles have to be seen to be believed!