FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE:
January 2, 2025

For More Information Contact:
Adam Dorrell
Public Works Director
660.627.1291

Helpful things to know when it comes to snow

(Kirksville, MO) - With heavy snow in the forecast in the coming days, the City of Kirksville wants to share information and resources with residents that will be helpful.

If you aren’t signed up to receive alerts from the City of Kirksville or following our official social media channels, now is a great chance to do so. Any Snow Emergency notice will be delivered through those platforms. Head to Kirksville.gov/p/alerts to sign up for those alerts or see a list of official social media accounts.

If you’re curious about what streets are Emergency Snow Routes or what the snowplow routes are, those and other maps are available at Kirksville.gov/p/city-maps.

City ordinance requires either the tenant or owner of a property to remove snow and ice from public sidewalks within 24 hours of the end of a snow event. Please help keep sidewalks open for those who use them.

Additionally, here are some helpful tips for snow removal:

• Don’t delay. Fresh snow is lighter and fluffier, making it easier to clear. The longer you wait, the more it can compact, harden and become heavy. Be careful waiting for some of it to melt because water-logged snow or slush will be heavier than fresh snow.  
• Clear a space about 10 feet long to the right of your driveway (when facing your home from the street). That way when a snowplow comes down your street, it will push snow into that space instead of back into your driveway.
• If using a snowblower or snowthrower, pay attention to objects like rocks, sticks, pieces of ice, etc., so you won’t send them flying into your home or a neighbor’s.
• Check on any neighbors who may need help.

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