Need Help Shoveling? Snow Clearing Assistance in Newton
Residents are strongly encouraged to shovel the sidewalks adjacent to their home. But, if you can't shovel, the city has resources to help.
Although the city's "trial" snow-shoveling ordinance does not include any fines, Newton residents are encouraged to shovel the sidewalks adjacent to their homes to allow for safe pedestrian passage. But if you are not able to shovel your sidewalk, the city of Newton offers several resources for those who need help clearing snow. If you would like to request exemption from sidewalk snow shoveling for reasons of "health and financial duress", sidewalk shoveling exemption forms are available online. Once the form is filled out, it can be mailed to: 345 Walnut St. (Newton Senior Center), Newtonville MA 02460, Attn: Snow shoveling exemption. In addition, the city of Newton has developed a list of people who are willing to shovel snow for a fee…
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