Leading up to a snow event, staff are scheduled in rotating 12 hour shifts and will continue until the storm has passed and all streets have been treated and/or cleared. This ensures that we receive the best pricing for the entire snow season.Īhead of snow events we service and prepare each plow truck to ensure they are good working order. Fun fact we typically buy our bulk salt by contracting in the Summer through a cooperative of up to 100 other municipalities.
We keep plenty of salt in reserve for winter storms. This clears streets to allow for snow plow operations and emergency response for utilities and public safety. If you do need to travel during a winter storm make sure to use additional caution and give yourself plenty of time to arrive at your destination. One of the most important things our residents can do to assist with winter storm events is to prepare in advance of the storm and limit travel during the winter storm. The current snow emergency designation and additional information can be found at: 3) Not needing to travel is the best way to prepare for a winter storm. 2) Follow the guidance of current Butler County Snow Emergency designations. Always call 911 for gas odors or downed electric lines that may be energized. First dial the general garage line, 51, then select option 1 for power outages or 5 for streets.
Key things to know 1) Always directly report timely street issues and power outages.Īlways call in outages or other timely storm related issues to our 24 hour line to help us know where there are storm related issues.
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