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Yes, culverts for driveway entrances are the responsibility of the home owner for the initial installation. After the culvert is installed the street department will maintain the culvert from that day forward. If the culvert becomes damaged, clogged or deteriorated beyond repair the street department will replace, repair or clean it out. Culverts need end protection. Not all culverts are VOR’s responsibility, if they are not in the right-of-way then they are the owner’s responsibility.

Q: When will my street be plowed

All the streets in the Village have been prioritized for snow removal in basically the following manner: Major arterials, school bus routes, minor arterials, and residential streets. On an average snow day the street department can remove snow from all village streets within a 24-hour period.

No, the street department is not responsible for removing snow in front of driveway entrances. When snowfall occurs we have a responsibility to provide safe traffic ways for the traveling public; we do not have the resources to stop and clean out each and every driveway. If for some reason you have a condition that would prevent you from being able to remove snow in front of your drive let the street department know and we will review each case on an individual basis.

Before a street is paved, many factors must be considered, including whether all lots are occupied, whether all utilities are in place, traffic counts, and the condition of the current roadway. You can call the Streets Department at (575) 258-4343 for more information.

Pine needles should be placed next to city dumpsters but not in drainage ditches. Placing pine needles in drainage ditches clogs up drains and can cause flooding of your neighbors. The Solid Waste Department can be reached at 257-1502 for pine needle pickup.