Roads in CRE?

[OmyGawd]

It seems that the roads in CRE are still not completely cleared (hills still icy with little or no sand/salt on them) and that is to be expected. But when those roads include the main arteries (Thunderbird, Catalina, Gunsmoke etc) there seems to be a big disconnect. It has been mentioned that the roads crews in CRE are not working today (money) while these conditions exist. Why aren't they working today in exchange for a different day to ensure the safety of the roads for both residents and emergency vehicles?

[kwillia]

Originally Posted by OmyGawd

It seems that the roads in CRE are still not completely cleared (hills still icy with little or no sand/salt on them) and that is to be expected. But when those roads include the main arteries (Thunderbird, Catalina, Gunsmoke etc) there seems to be a big disconnect. It has been mentioned that the roads crews in CRE are not working today (money) while these conditions exist. Why aren't they working today in exchange for a different day to ensure the safety of the roads for both residents and emergency vehicles?

Does CRE have a community forum or email system where you can query your quandary?

[MMDad]

Originally Posted by kwillia

Does CRE have a community forum or email system where you can query your quandary?

Yes. Right here: Life in Southern Maryland - Southern Maryland Community Forums

[MMDad]

Originally Posted by OmyGawd

It seems that the roads in CRE are still not completely cleared (hills still icy with little or no sand/salt on them) and that is to be expected. But when those roads include the main arteries (Thunderbird, Catalina, Gunsmoke etc) there seems to be a big disconnect. It has been mentioned that the roads crews in CRE are not working today (money) while these conditions exist. Why aren't they working today in exchange for a different day to ensure the safety of the roads for both residents and emergency vehicles?

The roads have been cleared to the point they are safe for emergency vehicles and for those residents who have the vehicles and skills to handle the situation. It is not, and should not be, the job of the road crew to towel dry every road.

[johnycarcinogen]

They were out clearing side roads today.

[Calidreamer]

Originally Posted by johnycarcinogen

They were out clearing side roads today.

My road was plowed sometime this morning. Also, when I went driving around I didn't see anything that wasn't cleared.

[OmyGawd]

Originally Posted by johnycarcinogen

They were out clearing side roads today.

Was that the roads crew or was it someone private with a plow? According to GM the roads crews had the day off.

[kwillia]

Originally Posted by OmyGawd

Was that the roads crew or was it someone private with a plow? According to GM the roads crews had the day off.

Do you know this to be true or are you repeating what you've heard?

[OmyGawd]

Originally Posted by MMDad

The roads have been cleared to the point they are safe for emergency vehicles and for those residents who have the vehicles and skills to handle the situation. It is not, and should not be, the job of the road crew to towel dry every road.

I do not expect them to "towel dry" every road. But when I hear reports of people being unable to get up the hills on the main roads because they are not fully cleared or inadequately sanded that is a concern. And this isn't just those who are skilled and have the vehicles to get around. Why should we not expect the roads to be cleared for use by all?

[johnycarcinogen]

Originally Posted by OmyGawd

Was that the roads crew or was it someone private with a plow? According to GM the roads crews had the day off.

It was a large POACRE truck with a plow on the front.