Sidewalk/Snow Ordinance

[Suzanne Metelko]

Just received this:

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE

March 11, 2008

CITY AND SCHOOLS COOPERATE TO GET KIDS SAFELY TO SCHOOL

When the Lakewood City Schools decided to reopen today, the City of Lakewood and the Lakewood School District joined forces to make sure the children arrived safely. The Police Department had officers give special attention to all the schools and crossings. Police Officers also assisted at three school crossings at Summit/Clifton, Elmwood/Hilliard and W. Clifton/Sloane. The Public Works Department sent crews to ensure that all crosswalks were clear so children could cross safely.



Residents and businesses are urged to do their part and clear the snow from their sidewalks. The large amounts of snow are make it difficult for children trying to go to school, seniors and any pedestrian trying to maneuver the sidewalks covered with snow. Lakewood Codified Ordinance Section 521.06(a) requires every owner or occupant to remove or clear away snow and ice from the sidewalk.



“I want to commend the Lakewood Safety Forces and the Public Works Department for their hard work and dedication in dealing with the snow over the past several days,â€￾ stated Mayor Edward FitzGerald. “Their commitment to the City helped to ensure that residents were safe during this intense snow storm.â€￾


The last time I received one was about the parking and shortly after it was enforced. I wouldn't be surprised to see this one quickly enforced as well. Get those shovels out!

[Corey Rossen]

The crossing guard for Lincoln School is outstanding. Amongst other things, I have seen her on several occassions shoveling the walks herself for the kids. It was admirable to see the police assisting her this morning with the children. It was good to see the extra police help, but it is always nice to see how GREAT of a job Kathy is doing on Summit and Clifton.

Corey Rossen