Residents in Toronto have been facing challenges navigating snow-covered sidewalks, prompting the City to address the issue and vow improvements. City manager Paul Johnson acknowledged the sidewalk problem during an update on snow removal efforts, emphasizing the need for enhanced clearing operations.
With an increasing number of service requests related to snow, particularly concerning sidewalks, the City is ramping up efforts. Crews have been deployed to inspect and clear sidewalks more effectively, aiming to make them safer and more accessible for residents.
In addition to prioritizing snow removal on bridges, highways, and transit routes, the City is focusing on narrow local roads in residential areas. Mayor Olivia Chow highlighted the deployment of additional staff and equipment to bolster snow clearing and removal operations, with workers from various divisions stepping in to support the effort.
Ensuring efficiency and capacity, the City is closely monitoring contractors’ work standards and maintaining its snow dump sites. Despite facing challenges with some sites, officials are exploring alternative locations to accommodate the ongoing snow removal operations.
The City urges residents to cooperate by moving their cars ahead of scheduled clearing and emphasizes the importance of compliance to facilitate the process. By working together, residents and officials can contribute to smoother snow removal operations and improve overall community accessibility.
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