Winter is around the corner, and the Town of Ajax says its crews are ready. The municipality's annual winter control program officially begins on Nov. 15, when plows and other equipment roll out to keep streets, sidewalks and trails clear through the cold months.
The town's By-law Services and Operations teams are prepared to respond to snow and winter weather to help keep residents safe, the Town of Ajax said in a notice posted to its website.
What gets cleared
The winter response covers more than just roads. According to the town, crews maintain roads, sidewalks, trails, emergency access roads, parking lots and school crossings — essential services delivered before, during and after each snowfall.
The program is the product of months of preparation and planning, the town said, with the Nov. 15 start date marking the official launch of this year's winter control response.
Street parking and patrols
Once the program is underway, the town will run proactive patrols for vehicles parked on the street during inclement weather events. Residents who normally leave cars curbside may want to plan for off-street parking when snow is in the forecast, since parked vehicles can get in the way of clearing operations.
Track the plows online
A key tool for residents this season is the town's live plow map. The online map lets residents check the status of Ajax's snowplows on town-owned roads at any time, so they can see where clearing has happened and where crews are headed next.
The map covers town-owned roads only. As in past seasons, residents are encouraged to use it to stay informed during and after storms.
With the program about a week away from launching as of the publication date, Ajax homeowners and drivers can expect to see plows out on local streets as soon as the season's first significant snowfall arrives.
Details about winter services and the plow map are available through the town's website at ajax.ca.
