Winter Maintenance

Snow removal

We have a comprehensive snow removal program.

For safe and efficient snow removal, please support crews and equipment by moving vehicles and other obstructions. Be aware when encountering snow removal equipment. Slow down and follow from a safe distance. Only pass when the equipment is at a standstill and it is safe to do so.

We remove snow from all roads and lanes within Morinville, including 100 Avenue (Highway 642). We also clear snow and ice off sidewalks next to Town-owned property, trails and parking lots.

Our snow clearing operation follows the Snow and Ice Control Policy and Snow Plowing Priority Map. Snow clearing in residential zones starts only after higher priority areas have been completed.

Priority 1: Main roads, sidewalks, trails and parking lots

100 Street and 100 Avenue
Trails
Sidewalks next to Town-owned properties
Municipal parking lots

Priority 2: Arterial roads

Arterial roads
Industrial Park

Priority 3: Residential streets and lanes

There are five residential zones that are plowed on a rotational basis

Learn more from the Snow and Ice Control Policy and Snow Plowing Priority Map.

What to know

We send out plowing equipment when snow accumulations reach 5 cm or when drifting occurs
Sidewalks and trails are cleared at the same time where possible
No Parking/Snow Removal signs are put out 24-hours in advance of snow removal operations
Residents must move their vehicles off the street during show clearing operations
Any vehicles that are not moved during scheduled snow removal operations are subject to fines and may be towed
If it begins snowing while crews are working on residential streets, they go back to clearing the priority areas before picking back up where they left off in the residential area

Learn more from the Traffic Safety Bylaw, the Snow and Ice Control Policy and Snow Plowing Priority Map.

Street, sidewalk and trail sanding

Sanding trucks maintain slippery roads sections as required with special attention given to intersections
Crews monitor the condition of sidewalks and trails daily. Ice control is provided on an ongoing basis during freeze/thaw cycles, freezing rain or any event that may be dangerous to pedestrians

Residential sidewalks – homeowner responsibility

Prevention of snow or ice buildup on sidewalks is your responsibility.

You must clear snow and ice from all sidewalks bordering your property
Clear snow to bare surface within 72-hours of the snow event
If you own a rental property, are traveling, or working out of town, you are still responsible to arrange for the clearing of your sidewalks after each snowfall
Avoid placing snow removed from your sidewalk onto the road
For icy conditions you can spread sand on the sidewalk. A wooden box containing free sand is located outside the fenced area at the Public Works Yard at 10310 107 Street. You must bring your own pail and shovel

Learn more from our Traffic Safety Bylaw.

If you have mobility or health issues and are unable to clear you sidewalk, assistance may be available through the Seniors Home Support Program.

Driveway gutter ramps

From November 1 to March 31, remove all gutter ramps accessing your driveway to prevent damage to your ramps from our equipment

Any damage to Town equipment caused by your driveway gutter ramps left in place will be your responsibility including equipment repair cost

Free sand

To assist in injury prevention from slippery sidewalks, sand is available to residents at no cost.

A wooden box containing sand is located outside the fenced area at the Public Works Yard at 10310 107 Street
You must bring your own pail and shovel
This sand is not intended for commercial use

Snow around fire hydrants

We would like to remind residents when clearing snow to keep all fire hydrants accessible.

If there is a hydrant near your home, please help us out in clearing an access path. A minimum clearance of 1 m is required for emergency access
If there is a location where a hydrant is not accessible, please contact Public Works or call 780-939-2590

Snow storage

The Town owned snow storage site is open to contractors at no charge if providing snow removal services for Morinville customers only.

All users must submit to Public Works:

A valid business licence
Proof of insurance and registration
A $500 damage deposit; if no damage is incurred during the season the deposit will be returned
A letter confirming you are hauling snow for a Morinville business or condominium
A signed the Snow Disposal Agreement

a site orientation is provided by Public Works staff when all requirements are met.

Snow storage location: 2 km east of Morinville on Secondary Highway 642 and south on Range Road 251. Hours of operation are 7:30 a.m. to 3 p.m.