An independent review by Municipal VU Consulting identified significant shortcomings in Toronto's snow clearing response during February storms. The city experienced 58 centimeters of snow in under nine days, resulting in impassable sidewalks and uncleared residential roads. Recommendations include establishing a year-round winter operations unit, creating a detailed response plan for major snow events, implementing standalone snow removal contracts, and enhancing storm communication and reporting. The city manager acknowledged that the current response standards do not meet residents' expectations during major snow events, emphasizing the need for better operational plans and emergency preparedness.
A series of storms left about 58 centimetres of snow on the city in less than nine days, highlighting significant shortcomings in Toronto's snow response.
The review calls for a year-round winter operations unit, detailed response plans, standalone snow removal contracts, and improved storm communication practices.
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