–photo courtesy of Baltimore County Department of Public Works-
Baltimore County Executive Kathy Klausmeier gave an update on snow removal and other County services that have been impacted by the storm.
Here is a press release from Klausmeier’s office.
County Executive Kathy Klausmeier today said Baltimore County crews continue working around the clock to clear roads and fully restore essential services, including trash collection, following the largest snowstorm to impact the region in more than a decade.
“As Baltimore County continues to dig out from the historic snowstorm, we experienced nearly two weeks ago—one of the largest snowfalls and longest periods of sustained freezing temperatures we’ve seen in over a decade—I want residents to know that we are doing everything possible to clear roads and keep county services moving,” said Klausmeier.
Ongoing Efforts
• Up to 600 Department of Public Works and Transportation (DPWT) employees, using as many as 500 pieces of equipment, are working 12-hour shifts, 7-days per week, to clear more than 2,700 miles of county roads.
• Additional contractors are being called in to assist.
• County roads are passable, and crews are hauling snow from high-impact areas and is being taken to county parks, DPWT facilities, and the parking lot at Security Square Mall (partly owned by Baltimore County).
• Sand distribution will be available for residents to improve the safety of sidewalks and driveways. They will soon be available at Eastern Sanitary Landfill Solid Waste Management Facility in White Marsh, Central Acceptance Facility in Cockeysville, and the Western Acceptance Facility in Halethorpe. (Information will be shared shortly)
• The Department of Permits, Approvals and Inspections is issuing warnings to property owners who have not yet cleared their sidewalks.
Cleanup efforts have been challenged by parked vehicles and one of the longest cold streaks on record, which has slowed snow and ice removal in some areas.
Property owners are responsible for clearing sidewalks, alleys, and snow in front of parked vehicles. The Maryland Department of Transportation State Highway Administration remains responsible for snow removal on state-owned roads.
Residents who continue to experience issues related to snow removal or trash pickup disruptions should call 311 or submit a request through BaltCoGo. Concerns about state-owned roads and highways should be shared with the Maryland Department of Transportation State Highway Administration at 410-545-0300 or online.
Those in emergency situations or need to report immediate safety hazards should call 911.
Trash and Recycling Collection
Trash and recycling collection has returned to the regular schedule following last week’s slide schedule.
Residents should continue placing materials at the curb or designated collection points. Some delays may continue in limited areas as cleanup progresses.
Through February 13, residents will alley pickup may place trash at the ends of alleys on their collection days. When possible, containers should be placed along alley edges to maintain access. Bagged trash will also be collected.
