The Town of Cobourg’s Public Works Division would like to advise residents of this year’s Christmas Tree pickup schedule and to also remind residents of snow clearing safety rules, bylaw and etiquette.
The Town of Cobourg is responsible for snow removal and maintenance during the winter months to ensure the safety of all residents including snowplowing roadways and salting or sanding icy conditions on municipal roads.
Christmas Tree Pickup Schedule
Residents are asked to place trees on the curbside on Monday, January 11, 2021 by 7 a.m. or the night prior. Please ensure the following before placing your tree on the curbside:
· Do not wrap your tree in plastic.
· Remove all metal, ornaments, tree stands, tinsel and other decorations from the trees.
Please also be advised that weather conditions may cause possible delays in pickup.
Snow Clearing Safety Rules
The Town of Cobourg would also like to remind residents of the following snow clearing safety rules to ensure the community remains safe and Town snow clearing vehicles can safely operate:
· Keep the sidewalk in front of your home clear of snow and ice as per Bylaw No.081-2014 within 24 hours of a snowfall.
· Do not plow or shovel snow onto any roadway as per the Highway Traffic Act.
· Be safe around snowplows by leaving space when driving.
· Keep your gas meter clear from snow and ice.
· Do not shovel or blow snow onto or around fire hydrants.
· Clear snow and ice from fire escapes, exit doors and other emergency exit points.
· Place garbage and recycling where it can be clearly seen and safely collected.
· Do not park on the street overnight. Vehicles will be fined or towed.
· Do not push or blow snow onto the road, sidewalk or near fire hydrants.
For more information please see our winter maintenance level of service policy.
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