Our snow crew works day and night from pretreatment, through the storms, and for days following significant snow and ice accumulation. We’re incredibly grateful for their hard work and dedication.
When we receive heavy snowfall, plows often leave a mound of snow at the end of driveways. We know it’s frustrating, and we don’t like it either. Unfortunately, we don’t have the staff or equipment to return and clear every driveway opening.
Here’s how you can help reduce snow buildup at your driveway:
Create a “landing zone.” Leave a small open space at the edge of your driveway so snow has a place to go instead of blocking your exit. Shovel smart. When facing the road, shovel snow to the right side of your driveway. This helps prevent plows from pushing snow back into your entrance. Break it up early. Fresh snow is much easier to move than frozen, compacted piles.Our crews will continue focusing on keeping city streets passable during and after winter storms. Residents are responsible for clearing their driveways, and sidewalks should be cleared by adjacent property owners as needed.
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Updates for Week of Jan. 25-30
We can’t thank our team enough. Here’s a snapshot of how they tackled the streets to keep our community moving:
01/22/26 – 01/28/26
Miles driven – 8,135
Salt used – 591 tons
Brine used – 8,000 gallons
Diesel used – 1,381 gallons
Unleaded used – 821 gallons
Man hours – 971
While our crews are hard at work keeping roads safe and passable, please remember that sidewalks are the responsibility of the adjacent property owner. Just like lawn mowing in the summer, snow and ice removal helps keep our community safe and accessible for everyone.
Thank you for doing your part—and thank you to our Public Works team for theirs!
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Winter Weather Preparedness Tips
- Stay alert to the forecast as it changes.
- Stock supplies such as food, water, and medicine.
- Consider alternate heat sources in case you lose power, prepare to bring pets inside.
- Plan to adjust travel schedules, shopping, and other commutes around hazardous driving conditions. Our crews will work to clear streets 24/7 with a focus on main roads first. With extreme cold, it will take more time.
- Check on friends, family, and neighbors (young and old) to make sure they are prepared, too.
For more, visit ready.gov online
Dangerous travel advisory
Dangerous travel conditions are expected as a significant winter storm moves into the area tonight, with impacts continuing through Sunday. Heavy snowfall and dangerously low temperatures are forecast. State and local officials urge residents to avoid travel during and after the storm. If you do not need to be on the roads, please stay home.
Our crews will be working 24/7 to clear roadways and address any emergency situations that arise. Let’s give them time and room to get the work done.
Please stay safe and warm this weekend. Check the MODOT Traveler map for updates.
Ameren Power
Power crews are on alert, equipment and supplies have been deployed to key regions, and we are prepared to respond quickly and safely should power outages occur. In case of a power outage stay away from all downed power lines and report the outage immediately to Ameren‘s Customer Contact Center (fastest way to deploy resources):
- Phone: 800-552-7583
- On-line: www.ameren.com/missouri/outage-center
Additional ways to receive information:
- By Text: Receive Ameren alerts and notifications by texting REG to AMEREN (263736)
- Ameren Missouri App: View outage map and check outage status on your mobile device
For more information along with tips to stay safe: Extreme Weather Safety – Ameren.com