City Of Regina Snow Dump Hours

Regina Snow Dump: Hours and Essential Information

If you’re a Regina resident looking to dispose of snow effectively, the City of Regina Snow Storage Site is your go-to destination. This comprehensive guide will provide you with all the crucial information you need, including hours of operation, fees, and safety guidelines.

Location and Hours of Operation:

The Snow Storage Site is conveniently located at the southwest corner of Fleet Street and McDonald Street/Highway 46. It operates 24 hours a day, seven days a week, during the winter season, weather permitting.

Fees and Access:

To access the Snow Storage Site, you’ll need to obtain a permit at a cost of $10 per vehicle. The permit fee is non-refundable. Permitting is monitored using Radio Frequency Identification Device (RFID) tags installed on the vehicle windshield. These RFID tags authorize site access and provide site usage tracking for billing purposes.

Truck Categories and Fees:

The permit fees vary based on the size and type of truck you’re using:

Application Process:

To register your vehicle, complete the Snow Storage Site Application Form. You can scan the signed application form and email it to [email protected] or deliver it in person to City Hall Monday to Friday between 8 a.m. and 4:45 p.m. It may take up to 10 business days to process your application and issue your RFID tags.

Payment Options:

There are no registration or payment facilities at the Snow Storage Site. Access will not be allowed without an active RFID tag. Users have two options to pay for their site usage:

• Prepayment of Site Access Fees: Users can prepay their account and receive a monthly statement showing the balance of funds on the account. Prepayments are accepted via telephone using a credit card by calling 306-777-7227.
• Application for Credit (Invoicing): Users can submit an Application for Credit. If credit is approved, customers receive monthly invoices showing site usage. Credit terms are detailed on the application. Application for credit does not guarantee credit approval.

Instructions and Map:

The Snow Storage Site entrance is through the north access gate on Fleet Street. Signs guide drivers through the site, and city staff is onsite to ensure smooth, safe, and unrestricted traffic.

Electronic equipment reads the vehicle’s RFID tag, and a camera and license plate reader monitor the trucks entering the site. Vehicles without valid RFID tags will be redirected to the exit.

View the Site Map

Speed Limit and Safety Guidelines:

• The maximum speed limit is 15 km/hour.
• Operators should reduce speed to 10 km/hour or less when passing through the RFID antenna.
• Watch for speed signs and follow all traffic signs on the site.
• All site users must wear appropriate Personal Protective Equipment (PPE), including a hard hat, high-visibility vest/jacket, and CSA-approved safety boots.
• Vehicle operators must use caution. High traffic, uneven surfaces, slippery conditions, reduced visibility, snow, and ice buildup can increase safety hazards.
• Vehicles should reverse using low speeds. Operators should maintain a distance of six meters from City equipment, including the crew trailer, RFID system, cameras, traffic signals, gates, lighting, etc.
• In the event of an emergency, park your vehicle safely and immediately gather near the muster point sign located next to the south exit road on Fleet Street.

RFID Tag Installation Instructions:

Install the RFID Tag on the truck windshield, approximately 5 to 6 inches away from the metal or sun-film. Firmly stick the self-adhesive tag inside the cab on the windshield, facing outward.

Additional Information:

• The City of Regina’s Snow Storage Site provides detailed information on the site, including hours of operation, fees, and safety guidelines.
• The Clean Property Bylaw outlines the fees associated with the Snow Storage Site.
• The City of Regina’s Permits page provides information on various permits, including the Snow Storage Site permit.

By following these guidelines and accessing the provided resources, you can ensure a safe and efficient snow disposal experience at the City of Regina Snow Storage Site.