The following information, from the Township of Nutley Office of Emergency Management, has been prepared to advise residents about preparedness and enforcement during the Winter Storm effective MONDAY, FEBRUARY 12 - TUESDAY, FEBRUARY 13, 2024.

THE NATIONAL WEATHER SERVICE IN NEW YORK HAS ISSUED A WINTER STORM WATCH IN EFFECT FROM LATE TONIGHT THROUGH TUESDAY AFTERNOON.  HEAVY SNOW WITH TOTAL ACCUMULATIONS OF 5 TO 8 INCHES IS POSSIBLE. WINDS COULD GUST AS HIGH AS 40 MPH.  SNOWFALL AMOUNTS WILL DEPEND ON HOW QUICKLY RAIN TRANSITIONS TO OVER TO SNOW.

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.

RECYCLING AND GARBAGE PICKUPS ARE SUSPENDED
Recycling and Garbage pickups for TUESDAY, FEBRUARY 13 have been suspended.

PARKS AND RECREATION ACTIVITIES
All Parks and Recreation activities are currently still on as scheduled and an announcement will be made as the storm progresses.

NO ON STREET, OVERNIGHT PARKING
No on street parking will be allowed during the storm emergency.
This statement includes handicap on-street parking, no exceptions.

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.

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.

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.

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.