I have questions about the process for removing snow/ice from my street.
Redmond uses a preemptive approach whenever possible. When an overnight freeze is forecast that could result in slippery roads for the morning commute, crews apply liquid calcium de-icer to prevent frost from adhering to the road surface.
If the snow starts falling, the City’s four large snowplows clear arterial roadways while applying mixtures of calcium chloride, road salt and sand, depending on surface conditions. To avoid road closures, we clear one lane in each direction of all priority plow routes before coming back and clearing the rest of the road. Plow routes prioritize access to emergency facilities, schools, and routes in and out of town.
Neighborhood streets are typically not plowed. If conditions warrant, neighborhood plowing will occur once priority plow routes are completely cleared.
To learn more about the City's procedure, including snow and ice removal routes and priorities please visit https://www.redmond.gov/707/Snow-Ice-Response.