September 2009 Public Works News:
As another winter approaches the Public Works Department would like to take this opportunity to remind you of a few of our winter policies.
Mailbox replacement:
The Public Works Department and our subcontractor make every attempt to avoid mailbox damage during winter operations but sometimes damage can not be avoided. In the event your mailbox or post is damaged, we ask that you make any needed repairs. If you are not able, please call the Public Works Department at 666-3503 and we will attempt to repair your mailbox. This is a repair first policy; we will only replace your mailbox or post if the present post and box cannot be repaired. When mailboxes are replaced it is done with a 4 by 4 inch post and a standard metal box. We will not replace custom boxes or posts. State of Maine law views mailboxes as an encroachment in the public way and are placed at the owner’s risk. Municipalities are not legally liable for any damage or repairs to mailboxes due to plowing operations. To view an example of a proper mailbox installation,
click here.
Winter Parking:
We understand that winter parking can be difficult due to heavy snowfall, limited parking, etc. But we ask that you do not park on the side of the road. Our snow removal equipment is very large and it is difficult to maneuver around vehicles located on the side of the road. Also, vehicles parked on the side of the road are very difficult to see during heavy snow storms and cause potential damage. If you need alternate parking during storms, Mailly Waterfront Park is plowed all winter for public parking.
Driveway snow removal:
During the winter months we know removing snow from the end of your driveway can be frustrating. The placement of snow at the end of your driveway cannot be avoided by our snow removal equipment.
Click here to see an example of what you can do to help keep this to a minimum. Also we would like to remind you there is a state law (29A MRSA 2396) that prohibits pushing of snow into the public way.
Courtesy sand pile:
We ask that you keep to the two five gallon bucket limit per visit. It is very important that we stay within this limit to assure there is sand for everyone. Please, no pickup truckloads or commercial haulers. The taking of salt is strictly prohibited.
If you have any questions please call the Public Works Department.
666-3503, M-F 7:00-3:30
We would like to thank you in advance for your help and patience.
Kevin E. Prout
Director
Bowdoinham Public Works
