Glen Cove Snow Preparedness, Removal Plans

Glen Cove officials announced Monday they are moving forward with the activation of the City's storm readiness plan in light of the heavy snowfall that will hit the region.

Mayor Reggie Spinello and his Office of Emergency Management have plans set for Tuesday. “With an estimated snowfall of over a foot of snow, it is critical that our police, emergency services, public works and Mayor’s office teams are working in partnership to ensure the safety of our residents before, during and after this snow storm,” Spinello said in a press release.

Residents are encouraged to avoid any unnecessary travel, check on neighbors who may need assistance and keep pets inside for everyone’s safety and well-being.

Preparation

The Department of Public Works has 25 pieces of equipment ready to hit the streets as well as over 500 tons of salt and sand in stock. Before plowing starts, 12 sanders will pre-coat the City's roads.

Snow Removal

Residents are reminded that snow should not be shoveled or blown into City streets and that home and business owners are accountable for shoveling and clearing their driveways and sidewalks within 12 hours of a storm.

The Glen Cove Volunteer Fire Department also asks residents to shovel out fire hydrants that are on or near their properties.

Additional Information

Garbage, recycling and yard waste pick up is cancelled for Tuesday and Wednesday with normal collection schedules to resume on Thursday and Friday.

Due to the anticipation of a major snow storm, the Glen Cove City Council meeting has been rescheduled for Thursday, March 16 at the North Shore Historical Museum.

The Glen Cove Senior Center will be open as a community warming center from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. on Tuesday, March 14.

Third party contractors are on-call for additional snow services and tree removal.

To report a fallen tree or snow issue, residents can call DPW at (516) 656-2967 and for a power outage, call PSEG at 1-800-490-0075. Call 911 for emergencies only.

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