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Snow and Ice Removal

The Department of General Services is responsible for all snow plowing and ice treatment on City of Albany streets. DGS has on an average of 48 inches of snow to contend with in a year. DGS works with contracted snow removal companies to ensure that driver's in the City of Albany are safe.

They are also dedicated to making sure that all sidewalks are clear in the city so pedestrians can walk safely and without complication. On sidewalks in the public right of way, legally the responsibility of the homeowner, the city oversees that the walk is cleared within 24 hours of the secession of the snowfall. If not complied with DGS returns and cleans the walk and bills the owner. All public walks are cleared immediately after a storm's secession. 

How The Service Is Obtained

This service automatically provided, however if anyone should see a sidewalk or a street that has not been cleared of snow or ice may call the Department of General Services at 434-2489.

Fees

There are no fees associated with this service

Complaints, Problems or Questions

Individuals with concerns regarding Snow and Ice removal mat call the Department of General Services at 434-CITY, Monday through Friday, between 9:00am and 5:00pm.

Additional Considerations

The City of Albany Department of General Services would like you to know that it is not permitted to shovel or deposit snow into the city streets for removal.

Violators of this code can be subject up to a $50 fine per violation plus cost of removal.

Thank you for your cooperation. Any Questions please give The Department of General Services a call at 434-CITY (2489) or 432-1144