What about this Friday?

[Anonymous]

Anonymous wrote:I don't understand why people aren't also mad at Montgomery County, who controls the plows, rather than just mad at MCPS (who I am no huge fan of myself). It's the county that's done a poor job plowing streets, which is going to make it very difficult for buses to operate when school does resume. It's also apparently the county that hasn't plowed MCPS parking lots - the principal at my school sent out an email today thanking building service staff for their work on school sidewalks, but pointing out that the parking lots are untouched. If buses can't access the bus loop, how can they safely drop off kids? Where are teachers and staff supposed to park? At least in my neighborhood, some streets are down to just one lane - there is no room for on street parking, which will be needed if not all parking lot spaces are clear.

Where is the hard earned tax $ going to if not for....plows? For a once in a decade snow/ice storm? This isn't upstate NY or Chicago, okay!

[Anonymous]

Anonymous wrote:I don't understand why people aren't also mad at Montgomery County, who controls the plows, rather than just mad at MCPS (who I am no huge fan of myself). It's the county that's done a poor job plowing streets, which is going to make it very difficult for buses to operate when school does resume. It's also apparently the county that hasn't plowed MCPS parking lots - the principal at my school sent out an email today thanking building service staff for their work on school sidewalks, but pointing out that the parking lots are untouched. If buses can't access the bus loop, how can they safely drop off kids? Where are teachers and staff supposed to park? At least in my neighborhood, some streets are down to just one lane - there is no room for on street parking, which will be needed if not all parking lot spaces are clear.

They were using backhoes in many of the streets. Even the bobcats weren't doing the job. Forget about the plows attached to the front of a pickup truck. This is icey on pavement not the fluffy snow.

[Anonymous]

This seals the deal - no school Friday, and probably not on Monday if notices aren't going out until then.

UPDATE: Sidewalk snow-clearing enforcement paused until Mon, Feb 2.
Due to sustained freezing temps, snow-packed sidewalks have become icy and unreasonably difficult to clear. In some cases, plowing also contributed to accumulation. Because of what we’re seeing and hearing from residents, Montgomery County has paused enforcement of sidewalk clearing requirements and won’t issue notices of violation until Monday, February 2. Although enforcement is paused, property owners should help their neighbors by clearing sidewalks as soon as it is safe and possible to do so, prioritizing entrances, exits, and accessible routes. Take interim safety measures like applying traction aids where necessary.
Our shared goal is the health and safety of all residents. Please check on older adults and others who may need help.
Montgomery County, MD - Department of Housing and Community Affairs
Montgomery County en Español

[Anonymous]

They should close on Friday. It’s the coldest day of the week

[Anonymous]

Anonymous wrote:This seals the deal - no school Friday, and probably not on Monday if notices aren't going out until then.

UPDATE: Sidewalk snow-clearing enforcement paused until Mon, Feb 2.
Due to sustained freezing temps, snow-packed sidewalks have become icy and unreasonably difficult to clear. In some cases, plowing also contributed to accumulation. Because of what we’re seeing and hearing from residents, Montgomery County has paused enforcement of sidewalk clearing requirements and won’t issue notices of violation until Monday, February 2. Although enforcement is paused, property owners should help their neighbors by clearing sidewalks as soon as it is safe and possible to do so, prioritizing entrances, exits, and accessible routes. Take interim safety measures like applying traction aids where necessary.
Our shared goal is the health and safety of all residents. Please check on older adults and others who may need help.
Montgomery County, MD - Department of Housing and Community Affairs
Montgomery County en Español

Being closed Monday would be beyond embarrassing

[Anonymous]

County is paying out so much overtime this week.

[Anonymous]

Anonymous wrote:They should close on Friday. It’s the coldest day of the week

It's not clearly cold enough to need to close.

[Anonymous]

Anonymous wrote:I don't understand why people aren't also mad at Montgomery County, who controls the plows, rather than just mad at MCPS (who I am no huge fan of myself). It's the county that's done a poor job plowing streets, which is going to make it very difficult for buses to operate when school does resume. It's also apparently the county that hasn't plowed MCPS parking lots - the principal at my school sent out an email today thanking building service staff for their work on school sidewalks, but pointing out that the parking lots are untouched. If buses can't access the bus loop, how can they safely drop off kids? Where are teachers and staff supposed to park? At least in my neighborhood, some streets are down to just one lane - there is no room for on street parking, which will be needed if not all parking lot spaces are clear.

I'm in the Gaithersburg West zone for snow removal. The county did great here. Every neighborhood street was fully cleared on Monday, and we were even able to get out on Sunday night.

[Anonymous]

Baltimore county and Anne arundel county have virtual school starting tomorrow Thursday. DCPS had asynchronous school today Wednesday and is in person tomorrow with a two hour delayed start.

McPS has….nothing.

[Anonymous]

Anonymous wrote:Baltimore county and Anne arundel county have virtual school starting tomorrow Thursday. DCPS had asynchronous school today Wednesday and is in person tomorrow with a two hour delayed start.

McPS has….nothing.

Alexandro is virtual too.

[Anonymous]

Anonymous wrote:This seals the deal - no school Friday, and probably not on Monday if notices aren't going out until then.

UPDATE: Sidewalk snow-clearing enforcement paused until Mon, Feb 2.
Due to sustained freezing temps, snow-packed sidewalks have become icy and unreasonably difficult to clear. In some cases, plowing also contributed to accumulation. Because of what we’re seeing and hearing from residents, Montgomery County has paused enforcement of sidewalk clearing requirements and won’t issue notices of violation until Monday, February 2. Although enforcement is paused, property owners should help their neighbors by clearing sidewalks as soon as it is safe and possible to do so, prioritizing entrances, exits, and accessible routes. Take interim safety measures like applying traction aids where necessary.
Our shared goal is the health and safety of all residents. Please check on older adults and others who may need help.
Montgomery County, MD - Department of Housing and Community Affairs
Montgomery County en Español

So they want elderly neighbors to help neighbors clear out ICeY pavement injuring themselves whereas the county supposedly have contracts with COMPANIES with EQUIPMENT. A BIG F FU to this CountyCouncil for failing to do their JOB. Vote each of them and their staff out. Where is the F leadership in this county?

[Anonymous]

Anonymous wrote:

Anonymous wrote:This seals the deal - no school Friday, and probably not on Monday if notices aren't going out until then.

UPDATE: Sidewalk snow-clearing enforcement paused until Mon, Feb 2.
Due to sustained freezing temps, snow-packed sidewalks have become icy and unreasonably difficult to clear. In some cases, plowing also contributed to accumulation. Because of what we’re seeing and hearing from residents, Montgomery County has paused enforcement of sidewalk clearing requirements and won’t issue notices of violation until Monday, February 2. Although enforcement is paused, property owners should help their neighbors by clearing sidewalks as soon as it is safe and possible to do so, prioritizing entrances, exits, and accessible routes. Take interim safety measures like applying traction aids where necessary.
Our shared goal is the health and safety of all residents. Please check on older adults and others who may need help.
Montgomery County, MD - Department of Housing and Community Affairs
Montgomery County en Español

So they want elderly neighbors to help neighbors clear out ICeY pavement injuring themselves whereas the county supposedly have contracts with COMPANIES with EQUIPMENT. A BIG F FU to this CountyCouncil for failing to do their JOB. Vote each of them and their staff out. Where is the F leadership in this county?

Their asses are about to get sued. They want residents to injure themselves?

[Anonymous]

Anonymous wrote:This seals the deal - no school Friday, and probably not on Monday if notices aren't going out until then.

UPDATE: Sidewalk snow-clearing enforcement paused until Mon, Feb 2.
Due to sustained freezing temps, snow-packed sidewalks have become icy and unreasonably difficult to clear. In some cases, plowing also contributed to accumulation. Because of what we’re seeing and hearing from residents, Montgomery County has paused enforcement of sidewalk clearing requirements and won’t issue notices of violation until Monday, February 2. Although enforcement is paused, property owners should help their neighbors by clearing sidewalks as soon as it is safe and possible to do so, prioritizing entrances, exits, and accessible routes. Take interim safety measures like applying traction aids where necessary.
Our shared goal is the health and safety of all residents. Please check on older adults and others who may need help.
Montgomery County, MD - Department of Housing and Community Affairs
Montgomery County en Español

Embarrassing. They follow DC. Where has this county gone? Each county council member should be applying traction aids and helping residents dig out if they can not coordinate and organize the job the taxpayers are paying them to do. Embarrassing.

[Anonymous]

Schools will remain closed until temperatures rise above freezing. That is mid week next week. Monday and Tuesday closed. Wed delayed opening.

[Anonymous]

Contact your state reps now!