Winter Snow Storm Bulletin #2
December 16, 2020 - 10:00am

The following information, from the Township of Nutley Board of Commissioners, has been prepared to advise residents about preparedness and enforcement during the Winter Storm effective Tuesday, December 15, 2020.

AS OF 9AM WEDNESDAY, 12/16, THE NATIONAL WEATHER SERVICE IN NEW YORK HAS ISSUED A WINTER STORM WARNING FROM WEDNESDAY 2PM THROUGH THURSDAY 1 PM. ACCUMULATIONS OF 12-16 INCHES OF SNOW POSSIBLE, COLD TEMPERATURES, AND WIND GUSTS AS HIGH AS 40 TO 45 MPH.

9-1-1 is for Emergency use ONLY!
Do not use 9-1-1 for complaints or questions.
The direct phone number for the Nutley Police Dept. is (973) 284-4940.

NO ON STREET, OVERNIGHT PARKING
No on street parking will be allowed until rescinded.
This statement includes handicap on-street parking, no exceptions.

GARBAGE AND RECYCLING COLLECTION

• Garbage and Recycling collection is cancelled for Thursday, December 17

NUTLEY PUBLIC SCHOOLS AND FOOD DISTRIBUTION INFORMATION
For the schools, instruction will continue on the virtual schedule. In the event of actual snow, staff that can work from home, should work remotely. Custodial and maintenance staff will report to the district to clear snow. Food distribution will continue on Friday from 10:30 AM - 1:30 PM at John H Walker Middle School, as scheduled.  Right At School childcare providers will contact families regarding the Wednesday afternoon and Thursday schedules.

SNOW EMERGENCY ORDINANCE INFORMATION

228-9 Parking during snow emergencies.

A. Prohibition
(1) Whenever snow has fallen and the accumulation is such that it covers the streets or highways, an emergency shall exist and no vehicle shall be parked on the streets or highways or portions thereof indicated:  All streets, both sides, Entire length.

(2) The above parking prohibitions shall remain in effect after the snow has ceased until the streets have been plowed sufficiently and to the extent that parking will not interfere with the normal flow of traffic.

B. Any unoccupied vehicle parked or standing in violation shall be deemed a nuisance and a menace to the safe and proper regulation of traffic, and any police officer may provide for the removal of such vehicle. The owner shall pay the reasonable costs of the removal and storage which may result from such removal before regaining possession of the vehicle.

OFF STREET PARKING AVAILABILITY
The Municipal Parking Lot # 7 located behind Bella Luce (507 Franklin Avenue) can be used for parking after 11PM Wednesday until 7AM Thursday. 

Please be available to remove your vehicle by 7AM Thursday so this lot can be cleared of snow. Please park in the spaces not reserved for permit parking. No fee will be charged during the times stated above. 

SNOW PLOWING OF ROADWAYS
To aid the Public Works Department in clearing the streets, do not throw snow back into the street. Do not plow snow into the roadway. This will be strictly enforced.

Snow Plowing Operations may cause snow to be pushed and cover the apron of your driveway. Clearing the apron of your driveway is the responsibility of the property owner.  Any person(s) harassing any Township Employee will be charged with Harassment.

If you have any basketball nets curbside, please pull them away from the curb to avoid damage by the snow plows.

If temperatures drop below 15 degrees, the effectiveness of road salt to clear ice and snow from roadways becomes limited.

OUTDOOR TENTS
Any restaurants that currently have tents up for outside dining, please either take them down or secure them to prevent injury and damage.

SNOW REMOVAL FROM SIDEWALKS
All property owners are required to clear snow from sidewalks within 24 hours of the end of the snow event. When possible use grassy areas to pile snow.

FIRE HYDRANTS
Do not bury fire hydrants with snow. Those caught burying fire hydrants will be fined. It is ask that you assist Emergency Responders and clear snow away from the fire hydrant.

HELP YOUR NEIGHBORS
Please assist your neighbors by checking on the elderly or those in need. Help to keep exit doors from homes clear. With the expected wind, snow drift may pile up blocking the means of entrance or exit from a structure. Any elderly or disabled person(s) requiring assistance with snow removal should call the Nutley Police Department at (973) 284-4940.

WARMING CENTERS
If warranted because of a loss of electricity or a heating issue, the Department of Public Affairs will arrange to have a warming center available. Residents who will need to come to the warming center because of a power outage or loss of heat can call the Nutley Police Department at (973) 284-4940. The Public Heath Reserve Corps and Nursing staff will be available if needed.

POWER OUTAGES
In the event of a Power Outage, please notify PSEG directly at 1-800-436-7734. PSEG needs your account number to track outages and locations requiring restoration of power.

If you utilize a portable gasoline or diesel generator, the equipment should be used outside of your home or building and kept at least 20 feet away. These machines pose a fire hazard because of the fuels used to run them. They also can cause a carbon monoxide issue when used inside or too close to structures leading to possible death or serious injury.

MEDICATIONS REQUIRING REFRIGERATION
During a power outage, the Department of Public Affairs will assist residents with refrigeration needs for cold storage of medicines. If you have lost power and need assistance with storing medications, contact the Department of Public Affairs through the Police Department at (973) 284-4940.

ADDITIONAL INFORMATION
The Township of Nutley will continue to send updates as the situation warrants. Information will be posted on the Township web site www.nutleynj.org.

Nutley Public School information can be found at www.nutleyschools.org.