Copyright 2013 Scripps Media, Inc. All rights reserved. This material may not be published, broadcast, rewritten, or redistributed.
Posted: 03/01/2013
KANSAS CITY, Mo. - Kansas City residents will need to clear the sidewalks in front of their homes by Monday morning or face a ticket and fine.
The City of Kansas City, Mo., will begin enforcing its sidewalk clearing ordinance on Monday, March 4.
According to the city ordinance, snow and ice must be removed from the sidewalks “within a reasonable time after cessation of a storm.”
Residents may make complaints regarding uncleared sidewalks beginning Monday by calling 311 at 816-513-1313 or online at www.kcmo.org/311.
Penalties for non-compliance will likely range, depending on severity of the offense, between $25 and $100, according to the city.
Copyright 2013 Scripps Media, Inc. All rights reserved. This material may not be published, broadcast, rewritten, or redistributed.
Winter Weather Center
The American Red Cross opened one shelter for area residents affected by power outages after the latest winter blast to hit Kansas City.
Kansas City Power & Light has some suggestions for customers if the power goes out.
Gary's Winter Forecast
Will we come back to reality this winter or could it be another warm winter? Watch Gary Lezak's 2012-2013 winter weather forecast inside.