Snow Removal Priority Overview

The Village of Berwyn follows the order of priority below after a snowfall of 7 cm or greater. While extreme weather may impact timelines, the priority sequence remains the same as listed below. 
 

EMERGENCY ROUTES

• Snow plowing and sanding begins within 24 hours of a snowfall of 7 cm or greater

• All Village entrances are completed first:

-East by the tower

-South near Tower Park

-West entrance past the MD of Peace Office

-North entrance toward the gravel road exit
 

SCHOOL BUS ROUTES

• Snow plowing and sanding begins within 24 hours of a snowfall of 7 cm or greater and will be maintained as needed to maintain safe roadway width.
 

RESIDENTIAL STREETS (Includes back alleys that serve as the only access to residences)

• Snow plowing and sanding begins within 72 hours of a snowfall of 7 cm or greater.
 

PARKING LOTS (Village Office and Fire Hall)

• Snow plowing as required at the discretion of the Public Works Foreman following a snowfall of 7 cm or greater.
 

INDUSTRIAL SECTION

• Snow plowing will begin when severe drifting, rutting, or accumulated snow makes roads difficult or unpassable.
 

OTHER BACK ALLEYS

• Snow plowing will commence as needed at the discretion of the Public Works Foreman.