When the snow starts to fall, measures to clear it off of main roadways becomes a priority.
So far this winter, the area received about 3 inches of snow on Dec. 12-13. Most of it has melted away by now, and the forecast shows a chance of snow on Saturday, but it will mix with rain. Following that, the next time the area is supposed to see snow is about a week from today, when several daysâ worth is forecast by The Weather Channel.
Around Malheur County, each municipality has their own ways of dealing with removing snow as it accumulates. Following is a roundup of information about Ontario, Vale and Nyssaâs snow plans.
ONTARIO
A statement posted by someone on the Argus Observerâs Facebook page in relation to the story âCity of Ontario gets $360,000 for sidewalks to schools,â which ran on Wednesday, reads: âIs that work going out for bids or insider deal?â
The Argus reached out to city staff and staff from Jacobs, the city of Ontarioâs Public Works department, to learn more about the bid process and what it entails.
In an email on Monday morning, Ontario City Engineer Betsy Roberts provided a glimpse into the detailed steps that are taken in order to seek out a bid for work. She explained limits for projects and purchases.