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Ice and Snow Expected in Winter Storm Dec. 31 – Jan. 1

The City’s crews will report at 7 p.m. on Thursday, Dec. 31, to begin pre-treating roadways with salt ahead of the winter storm forecast for the Kansas City metro area. Freezing rain and sleet are expected late Thursday, Dec. 31, and overnight into Friday, Jan. 1,  before the precipitation changes over to snow. Crews are expected to continue treating roadways with salt overnight; however, heavy periods of freezing rain may wash away salt treatments and lessen its effectiveness. Drivers should expect icy and slick conditions on all roadways.

Sustained winds and gusts of 20-30 mph are also expected overnight. Ice accumulations and windy conditions may cause downed limbs, trees, and utility lines. Crews are prepared to clear debris from roadways as needed.

The Kansas City metro area may see .2-.5 inches of ice and 1-3 inches of snow; the track and the timing of the storm could increase or decrease precipitation amounts. There is also a small chance for snow on Saturday, Jan. 2. Crews are scheduled to continue plowing and treating roadways through Sunday, Jan.3, as needed. Depending on snow accumulations, it can take crews 24-48 hours after snow accumulations end to plow and treat all roadways.

The City will continue to monitor the weather and update its response accordingly.

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Section of NE Ash Street Set to Close March 4

Section of NE Ash Street Set to Close March 4

Section of NE Ash Street Set to Close March 4
A section of NE Ash Street between NE Grand Avenue and NE Short Street is set to close to through traffic on Monday, March 4, and will remain closed for approximately two weeks. The detour route includes NE Short Street and NE Grand Avenue. All work is weather permitting and the schedule is subject to change. This project is part of stormwater improvements funded by the 2017 Capital Improvement Sales Tax. For more information, contact the Public Works Department...
Section of SW Sampson Road Set for Daily Closure Beginning March 4

Section of SW Sampson Road Set for Daily Closure Beginning March 4

Section of SW Sampson Road Set for Daily Closure Beginning March 4
Update: This SW Sampson Road closure has been rescheduled to the week of March 11. Work is weather dependent and subject to change. A section of SW Sampson Road between SW Hook Road/E 139th Street and SW Scherer Road is set to close to through traffic daily from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. beginning March 4, and lasting for approximately two days. Work is weather dependent and subject to change; permit is approved for the entire week March 4-8. The full closure will...
Section of SW Arboridge Drive Closed

Section of SW Arboridge Drive Closed

Section of SW Arboridge Drive Closed
Update: the section of SW Arboridge Drive north of M150 Hwy will remain closed through approximately mid-March. A section of SW Arboridge Drive north of M150 Hwy is closed for approximately two weeks. The detour route is M150 Hwy, SW Arborlake Dr, and SW Arborwalk Blvd. The work is development related, and the closure is necessary for the installation of sanitary and stormwater facilities. Work is weather permitting and subject to change.
Full Closure of Section of NE Rice Road on Wed., Feb. 14

Full Closure of Section of NE Rice Road on Wed., Feb. 14

Full Closure of Section of NE Rice Road on Wed., Feb. 14
As an update to the stormwater work along NE Rice Road, there will be a full closure of both the northbound and southbound sections of NE Rice Road between 301 NE Rice Rd and 401 NE Rice Rd from approximately 7 a.m. to 4 p.m. on Wed., Feb. 14. Detour routes remain NE Langsford Road, M291 Hwy, and NE Columbus Street.  
Daily Closures of Section of SE Third Street Set to Begin Wed., Feb. 14

Daily Closures of Section of SE Third Street Set to Begin Wed., Feb. 14

Daily Closures of Section of SE Third Street Set to Begin Wed., Feb. 14

A section of SE Third Street between SE Douglas and SE Green streets as well as nearby alleys are set to close from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. daily beginning Wed., Feb. 14. The closures will start on the south side and then switch to the north side and will last for approximately one month. The closures will affect traffic, parking and alley access on the side of the street in which the contractor is working.

 

 

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