Following are a few winter reminders for the residents of the City of Delano.
Snow season parking: Snow season parking goes into effect Sunday, Nov. 1 through Thursday, April 1. No vehicles can be parked on any street, avenue, or alley between the hours of 2 and 7 a.m.
This is regulated by City Ordinance Section 708.01 and is enforced. Don’t take a chance on having your vehicle towed.
All vehicles parked in public parking lots must be moved at a minimum of every 24 hours.
Sidewalks: Snow and ice must be removed from public sidewalks within 48 hours after a snowfall.
Minnesota State Statute (160.2715) prohibits plowing, shoveling, blowing, or in any way depositing snow on any public highway.
Keep your snow removal on your own property and not your neighbors.
Mailboxes: The property owner is responsible for shoveling snow from around their mailbox to ensure delivery of mail. The city is not responsible should a mailbox get hit by a city vehicle while snow plowing.
Fire hydrants: Although not governed by city ordinance, cooperation is needed to keep snow cleared from fire hydrants. If you have a hydrant located near your home, assist the fire department by shoveling snow from around the hydrant. Your assistance could save your life.
Storm drains: Cooperation is needed to keep the storm drains clear of leaves and debris, to prevent clogged and plugged storm drains.