Snow & Ice

Snow and Ice Removal

The City Municipal Code of Ordinances Chapter 16.06(2) and State Statute 66.0907(5) both require property owners to keep sidewalks clear of snow and ice for the safety of all in our community who use sidewalks during the winter.

If City Inspectors determine a sidewalk is unsafe, they may have it treated by a contractor and bill those charges (including a service fee) to the property owner. Unpaid bills will be added to the property taxes.

• See Excerpts from the Ordinance for More Information

Text & Email Notifications for Sidewalk Snow Removal

City residents and other City property owners can subscribe to our text and/or email reminder service to be notified of measurable snowfalls or ice events that require removal of snow or ice from sidewalks.

• Get More Information about Sidewalk Snow Removal Notices.

Report Snow or Ice-Covered Sidewalks

• Property Maintenance Complaints Visit our GovPilot Portal to report a violation, make a request, or file a Complaint about Property Maintenance Code Violations.

Sand Available to City Residents

To assist residents who cannot afford sand or salt, a sand and salt mixture for sidewalks is available to residents free of charge. Each resident is limited to two (2) five-gallon buckets and must provide their own buckets/pails. Residential Sand & Salt Mix is available at:

• Atwell Park, on the corner of Jordon and Soo Marie
• Morton Park, on the corner of Michigan and Bush
• The corner of Phillips and College
• The corner of Fifth Ave. & Second St.
• The City Garage at 100 Sixth Avenue
• See a Map of these Locations (PDF)

Need Help?

If you need physical assistance removing snow and/or ice from your sidewalk, consider asking your neighbors, friends, family, church groups, or other community volunteer organizations. They may be able to offer some free help or suggestions. Your Alderperson might have some additional ideas for you, such as the names of neighbors who are available to help. Paid snow and ice removal services are also available, such as those from landscaping and home improvement companies. If you notice that a your neighbor might need help with snow and/or ice removal, please talk to them or your Alderperson about how you or others can help out.