Dear Edgemont Neighbors,
As winter weather continues, the Edgemont Community Council would like to remind residents of their responsibility under the Greenburgh Town Code to clear snow and ice from sidewalks adjacent to their property within 24 hours of the end of a snowfall. Keeping sidewalks clear is an important public safety measure and helps ensure that our neighborhood remains accessible for everyone.
Beyond the minimum requirement, the ECC strongly encourages residents to be especially mindful of pedestrians, including school children, seniors, and neighbors who rely on walking as their primary mode of transportation. When possible, please consider shoveling sidewalks as early as you can — ideally ahead of the morning commute and school travel times. As a reminder, Edgemont schools begin at 8:30 a.m., and many students and families are on the sidewalks well before then.
A small effort by each household makes a significant difference in keeping our community safe, walkable, and connected during the winter months. Thank you for helping to look out for your neighbors.
Sincerely,
Dylan F. Pyne
President, The Edgemont Community Council
For your reference, Article V, Section 430-15 of the Greenburgh Town Code states, “The landowner of any property abutting any street, highway or road in the Town [of Greenburgh] and the occupant of any premises where a sidewalk or pedestrian walkway has been installed are required to keep the sidewalk bordering the property or premises free and clear of snow, ice, dirt or other obstructions within 24 hours after an obstruction is created. In the event that the obstruction cannot be removed without damaging the sidewalk, the use of salt and/or ashes is permitted to the extent otherwise permitted by law.”