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City of Little Canada Street Sweeping Policy 1. Introduction The City of Little Canada believes it is in the best interest of the residents for the City to assume basic responsibility of sweeping on city streets. Reasonable sweeping is necessary for vehicle and pedestrian safety, water quality issues, and environmental concerns. The City will provide such service in a cost - effective manner, keeping in mind safety, budget, personnel, and environmental concerns. The City will use city employees, equipment and /or private contractors to provide this service. Completion dates are dependent on weather conditions, personnel and equipment availability. The Public Works Superintendent or his /her designee will be responsible for scheduling of personnel and equipment. 2. When will the City perform street sweeping operations? (The City shares the sweeper with Falcon Heights so sweeping dates are subject to change based on scheduling conflicts) A. Spring sweeping of snow and ice control aggregate will begin when streets are significantly clear of snow and ice, usually late March or early - April, after the risk of later snowfall has passed. Spring sweeping is typically completed by April 30. B. Sealcoating is a surface application of an asphalt emulsion followed by a layer of small rock that protects the pavement from the deteriorating effects of sun and water, plus it provides increased surface friction. Sealcoat sweeping will commence 1 -7 days after application of sealcoat and will be completed within 10 days of application. This sweeping operation is performed by the seal coating contractor with mechanical sweepers. On occasion, the City may have to spot sweep areas if some loose rock remains. C. Fall sweeping will commence once the majority of leaves have fallen from trees, usually mid -to -late October and typically is completed by mid - November. Areas with extensive foliage will be swept after most of the leaves have fallen. 2