Recap and Next Steps

Recap

In 2019 the City of Fernie began a review of it's snow management services. After identifying areas for improving our service, we launched a Snow Pilot Program in February 2020. Through this process we aim to create a sustainable approach to snow management, improving the overall service to the community.

Throughout the pilot we trialed a prioritization approach to snow clearing, providing consistent access to critical infrastructure and emergency services. We listened to your feedback, took notes, and gathered critical data to make informed, defensible, and transparent decisions around resources and snow management budgeting.

Where are we now?

With new approaches tested, we’ve now analyzed the data and are requesting direction from Mayor and Council at tonight’s Regular Meeting of Council, Monday October 25, 2021.

Under Mayor and Council’s direction, the City of Fernie will finalize the Snow & Ice Management policy, with plans for the policy to be adopted at a Regular Meeting of Council in November 2021.

Stay tuned to the City of Fernie website, the Let's Talk project page, and the City of Fernie Facebook page for updates on how we develop and roll out our new Snow & Ice Management service.