Snow Removal
The Village of Waunakee, like most of Wisconsin, can experience high levels of snowfall each winter season. When snow events do occur, the responsibility to clear public streets and sidewalks is that of the Streets and Parks Divisions of Waunakee’s Public Works Department. The soul purpose of all Village plowing efforts is to maintain safe travel by pedestrians and vehicles throughout Waunakee.
Waunakee averages a cumulative snowfall of 43 inches per year (The national average is 25 inches). Plowing all of Waunakee means clearing snow from:
Protect yourself and your neighbors by clearing snow away from you fire hydrant. This provides quick access for firefighters and water maintenance workers in case of an emergency.
Mailbox Damaged?
The Village of Waunakee can replace your mailbox and post if it has been damaged by village plowing during a snow incident. If your mailbox was damaged by a Village plow truck and you are seeking reimbursement, here are some things you should know:
Waunakee averages a cumulative snowfall of 43 inches per year (The national average is 25 inches). Plowing all of Waunakee means clearing snow from:
- 110 lane miles of roadway
- 62 cul-de-sacs
- 12 miles of sidewalks
- All municipal parking areas and walkways
- Available equipment - breakdowns
- Available staff
- Duration of snowfall
- High winds - drifting
- Snow accumulation
- Temperature before and after snowfall
- The time the snow began
- Type of snow - light/dry or wet/heavy
Protect yourself and your neighbors by clearing snow away from you fire hydrant. This provides quick access for firefighters and water maintenance workers in case of an emergency.
Mailbox Damaged?
The Village of Waunakee can replace your mailbox and post if it has been damaged by village plowing during a snow incident. If your mailbox was damaged by a Village plow truck and you are seeking reimbursement, here are some things you should know:
- The Village will provide reimbursement up to $50 per mailbox damaged by winter snowplowing. Reimbursement is limited to material cost only.
- Claims must be received by May 1st and must be accompanied by pictures of the damage and receipts for replacement materials. Claims will be reviewed and forwarded to the Village Board for approval.
- Village crews will install the replacement mailbox or repair the mailbox upon request.
- New mailboxes must be installed in conformance with postal service standards. Please contact the Waunakee Post Office 608-850-4197 for the correct height of the mailbox in your area.