Q: Can I get sand for my private driveway?
A: Yes, the highway department maintains an area adjacent to the large sand pile reserve for residents to pick up.
Q: How do I report a pot hole or road surface condition which is in need of repair?
A: Contact the Highway Department at 253-7445 or the Police Department dispatch 476-2400.
Q: What if I find a road hazard/emergency i.e. tree down, lane obstruction by debris or snow drift or slippery road conditions.
A: Contact the Police Department dispatch at 476-2400; they will contact the Road Agent or his staff to respond.
Q: How do I report a missing road sign or other road signage i.e. Stop sign, Speed Limit sign or roadway layout notification sign?
A: Contact the Highway Department at 253-7445 or the PD dispatch at 476-2400.
Q: Can I get wood chips from the stockpile at the highway facility?
A: Yes, just like the winter sand, you may load your own from the pile.
Q: Does the highway department plow private driveways?
A: No, the Highway department stopped plowing private driveway in the late 1980’s.
Q: Does the Highway Department plow and sand private roads?
A: Yes, private roads which have been approved and inspected by the Road Agent, and serve 2 or more residences.
Q: How do I get a driveway permit?
A: A driveway permit is issued by the Road Agent, and can be picked up at the Town Offices.
Q: What is the procedure to excavate within the Town’s roadway right of way?
A: A excavation permit is required and issued by the Road Agent. The excavation permit is subject to a fee, and project inspections which also have a fee associated. The excavation permit is available at the Town Office, Land Use Office.
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