Hello Neighbors,
The first major snowfall of 2026 is shaping up to be the stuff of legend.
A few reminders as we go into this wintry weather weekend:
1. Leave room for the plows!
Residents are strongly encouraged to park in garages and driveways this weekend. This will make sure that plows have space to maneuver and place snow. Homeowners that need to leave vehicles parked on roadways should make sure vehicles are parked as close to the curb as possible.
2. Snow, snow, snow everywhere!
When plows come through snow is placed where it can be placed. This may require mailboxes and driveway aprons to be cleared multiple times. Please be sure to place removed snow away from roadways. Also, assistance in keeping storm drains clear will greatly improve community safety once warmer weather returns. Heavy snowfalls will mean even higher snow drifts than are typical. Please exercise caution while walking and driving through the community. Children and pets enjoying the winter weather plus vehicles on potentially slick roadways are a dangerous combination.
3. Snow removal is hard work!
If shoveling snow is your workout for the weekend please be sure to take extra care of yourself. Intense cold combined with the exertion of lifting heavy snow can put immense strain on your heart and muscles! Make sure to warm up muscles by stretching prior to going outside, take your time (and frequent breaks!), push don’t lift snow whenever possible, be sure to dress for the weather – especially with a warm face covering and stay hydrated!
Should you fell unwell – stop immediately! Call your doctor or 911 as appropriate.
4. Look out for your neighbors!
Frigid temperatures plus potential high snowfall amounts make this a perfect time to check in on your friends and neighbors to ensure folks are taken care of. The best time to do this is prior to the storm by seeing if anyone has last minute grocery or pharmacy pickup needs. Don’t forget the four-legged friends too!
5. Watch the headlines and “know before you go”
With potential for snow emergencies or road closures be sure to follow local news outlets for the latest updates on road status, weather reports, and potential event cancelations.
6. Check your batteries, charge your devices, and make sure you have washer fluid/scrapers
This isn’t the time to find out that all the flashlight batteries expired in 2020. Take a minute to make sure you are ready for potential power outages or roadside needs. Charge any electronics you may need and ensure your vehicle is ready to handle slick roadways – top off your fluids, keep safety supplies in your car and don’t forget to put the “good scraper” in your car.
We hope everyone has a safe and warm wintry weather weekend.
Hats off to neighbors who cleared several driveways. Thank you!
And credit to the association for whomever they contracted for clearing neighborhood roads. Great job (for this storm but also for the work they did last years). Getting in and out of our neighborhood has been SO MUCH BETTER in the past few years. Thank you!