The Department of Public Works and more than 45 contractors were plowing the streets during the 24.5 inches that fell during snowstorm Juno. Starting at 9 PM Monday night forces worked until 7 PM Tuesday night before taking a break and returning at 2 AM on Wednesday to continue operations. With over 80 miles of streets and widths in excess of 25 feet an estimated 22,000,000 (22 million) cubic feet of snow was removed or pushed back from the streets. This is enough snow to cover the entire Stoneham High School property in 13 feet of snow.

Following major storm operations residents and commercial properties tend to shovel, plow or blow snow into previously cleared streets. The Department of Public Works forces then work to check that hills, critical arteries and major routes to schools remain clear and are treated with additional sand / salt mix as needed.

The Department of Public Works entered into school safety operations on Wednesday and sidewalk crews worked until 10 PM to clear critical sidewalks near the schools. Snow hauling operations to Stevens Street aided in clearing out school parking lots.

The next few days will see forces focusing on expanding sidewalk safety in addition to clearing out the Lindenwood Cemetery to allow for upcoming scheduled funerals. Residents are encouraged to assist in these efforts by removing snow from sidewalks in front of their residence or place of business. Snow should be placed onto private property where possible and never in large mounds on the sidewalk that will force pedestrians into the street.

Patience is appreciated as additional snow is in the forecast over the next few days.