Newton Public Schools Canceled, City Declares Snow Emergency

NEWTON, MA — It's the trifecta: Newton Public Schools will be closed tomorrow, and Newton has declared a snow emergency and parking ban. The first snow emergency of 2018 comes as the National Weather Service issued a Winter Storm Warning for the predicted foot and a half of snow expected to hit the area Thursday morning.

An Emergency Parking Ban will go into effect Thursday at 8 a.m. in the City of Newton.

Between November 15 through April 15 cars are not allowed to park on any City street for longer than one hour between the hours of 2 a.m. and 6 a.m. anyway, but if a “Snow Emergency” is declared, parking is not allowed on any city street or owners risk a ticket or tow. If you don't have a driveway you can park in city parking lots overnight. Permits are required and may be obtained through the Newton Police Department.

City Snow Ordinances

Property owners are required by city ordinances to clear snow and ice from the walk and ADA curb cuts within 30 hours after a storm has ended. Properties within identified business districts are required to clear snow and ice from the walk and ADA curb cuts within 24 hours. Depositing snow or ice on any public roadway or sidewalk is not permitted. View the City Ordinances here.

Information on Snow Storms

• Residents are encouraged to check www.newtonma.gov for updates on the timing of snow emergencies, potential building closures and trash delays, or any additional information related to the storm. You can report snow related issues on the 311 website or by using the 311 app.
• As always, emergencies should be reported by calling 911.
• Please be reminded that City ordinance requires all residents to clear their sidewalk within 24 hours of the conclusion of the storm.
• Due to the storm and the holiday season trash pickups are delayed.

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