Joplin crews back to working on main roads after latest snowfall

The latest snowfall has forced Joplin city street crews to return to their usual routine of limiting work to major streets. From the news release:

After completing over 25% of residential streets on their second pass of compacting snow in the neighborhoods, City crews have moved back to snow removal along the main roads. The City crews are working 24/7 to address the snow packed roads throughout Joplin.


“With this recent snowfall, our priorities have shifted back to the main roads to plow them to allow safe passage of emergency vehicles and others who may have to travel today,” said Public Works Director David Hertzberg. “Of course, we encourage people to stay home if possible.”

Citizens are reminded that if they need to get out for various errands, business, and/or medical appointments, the Sunshine Lamp Trolley is running today.

“Many people have already taken advantage of this City service,” said Mark Rohr, City Manager. “With three routes in place, the Trolley travels throughout the City and can help our residents if they need to get out for various reasons.”

The Trolley runs 7 a.m. to 6 p.m. Monday through Friday; and from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. on Saturdays. Residents can transfer trolleys among the three routes as needed to reach their destination. Trolley costs are $1 per ride. Residents who are disabled, over the age of 60, and/or Medicare recipients qualify for a half-fare rate. For more information about the Sunshine Lamp Trolley, call 417-626-8609.

In addition, the Recycling Center is closed today due to the snow, and Allied Waste Services has cancelled residential trash service.

“I understand that they tried to run a couple of trash routes, but the trucks have a hard time maneuvering in this kind of weather, so they had to cancel,” said Hertzberg. “We are hoping the warmer weather predicted next week will allow Allied to get back on schedule.