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    SNOW EMERGENCY PLANOCTOBER 2009

    SNOW EMERGENCY PLAN

    for the

    COUNTY OF WASHTENAW

    published by the

    SNOW EMERGENCY COUNCIL

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    SNOW EMERGENCY PLANOCTOBER 2009

    SNOW EMERGENCY PLANCONTENTS

    I. PURPOSE 3

    II. SNOW EMERGENCY COUNCIL 3

    III. SNOW CONDITIONS CODES 4A. Travelers Advisory 4B. Snow Condition Yellow 4C. Snow Condition Red 5

    IV. SNOW EMERGENCY GENERAL PROCEDURES 4

    V. AGENCY RESPONSIBILITIES 5A. Michigan State Police - Post #26 5B. Washtenaw County Sheriffs Office 5C. Washtenaw County Sheriff Emergency Services 6D. Michigan National Guard 6E. Snow Public Information Officer 7F. Washtenaw County Road Commission 7G. Radio Amateur Civil Emergency Services 8H. American Red Cross 8I. Ann Arbor Police Department 8J. Ann Arbor Office of Emergency Management 9K. Ann Arbor Public Schools 9L. Ann Arbor Transportation Authority 9M Other Jurisdictions within Washtenaw County 9

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    SNOW EMERGENCY PLANOCTOBER 2009

    WASHTENAW COUNTY SNOW EMERGENCY PLAN

    I. PURPOSE

    The purpose of this plan is to specify the procedures to be followed by all involved agencies toensure the safety of the public during a snow emergency.

    II. SNOW EMERGENCY COUNCIL

    The Washtenaw County Snow Emergency Council is comprised of concerned public serviceagencies operating within the County of Washtenaw. These include but are not limited to RoadCommission and street departments, news media, school districts, fire and police departments,and Emergency Services Division. The purpose of establishing the Council is to coordinate theemergency response of public service agencies when winter weather may threaten the healthand safety of the public.

    The expeditious movement of traffic and the safety of citizens being the primary purpose of theCouncil, it is the intent of the Council to not only handle the clearance of streets and highways,and the responsibility to respond to emergency requests for services, but to provide coordinatedpublic information on the condition of local streets and highways.

    The Snow Emergency Council for the County of Washtenaw consists of representatives from:

    Government Agencies:

    Ann Arbor Office of Emergency Management Ypsilanti Police, Fire, & Public WorksAnn Arbor Police & Fire Departments Ypsilanti Township Fire Department

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    III. SNOW CONDITION CODES

    A. Travelers Advisory

    Roads are snow and/or ice covered. Hazardous driving conditions are possible with trafficmoving at reduced speed. Motorists are urged to use caution and allow for anextended drive time.

    B. Snow Condition Yellow

    Very hazardous driving conditions exist with heavy snow or ice, drifting, or limited visibility.Traffic is moving at reduced speeds with major highways being maintained in fair condition,

    but local roads may be impassable. Motorists are urged that if they must drive, useextreme care and allow for a significant drive time.

    C. Snow Condition Red

    Extremely hazardous driving conditions exist on major highways and roads with heavy snowand/or ice, severe drifting and/or extremely limited visibility. The majority of local roads maybe impassable. Traffic is stalling in some areas, and the storm is expected to continue orworsen. The entire road system may become completely unusable. Motorists are urged

    not to drive.

    NOTE: A "Snow Condition Red" is the county and/or city's request to the MichiganDepartment of Transportation for freeway system closure when unable to maintain at leastone lane for travel, with traffic becoming stalled and vehicles abandoned.

    Should Washtenaw County or City of Ann Arbor declare a local state of emergency, the

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    SNOW EMERGENCY PLANOCTOBER 2009

    MSP 26 Post Commander and Road Commission management to reach a consensus.

    The Emergency Services Division will then initiate the Washtenaw County EmergencyFanout List. The Countys Emergency Operations Center will be partially activated. Allagencies should submit hourly reports of road conditions including any impassable roadsand any local effects such as power failures until the emergency is over. The Ann Arbor CityEmergency Management Coordinator, in conjunction with the Police Shift Lieutenant, mayissue a Snow Condition Yellow for the City of Ann Arbor if conditions warrant.

    D. Snow Condition Red

    The Sheriff Emergency Services Division Director or designee will assess the local report as

    well as current weather conditions and forecasts. If current conditions meet with, or maysoon meet with the Snow Condition Red criteria, the County Emergency Services DivisionDirector will consult with the MSP 26 Post Commander, Road Commission management,City of Ann Arbor Emergency Management Coordinator, Sheriff, and Chair of the Board ofCommissioners or County Administrator to reach a consensus.

    The Emergency Services Division will then initiate the Washtenaw County EmergencyFanout List. The countys Emergency Operations Center will be fully activated. All agenciesshould submit hourly reports of road conditions including any impassable roads and any

    local effects such as power failures until the emergency is over. The Ann Arbor CityEmergency Management Coordinator may consult with the Mayor or City Administrator toissue a Snow Condition Red for the City of Ann Arbor and/or activate the Ann ArborEmergency Operations Center if conditions warrant.

    Should the County or Ann Arbor City declare a local state of emergency, the Chair of theBoard of Commissioners or Mayor of the City of Ann Arbor may order travel restrictions on

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    SNOW EMERGENCY PLANOCTOBER 2009

    C. Washtenaw County Sheriff Emergency Services Division

    1. Maintain 24-hour alert contact with the National Weather Service Forecast Office inWhite Lake, MI. Initiate Emergency Fanout List including Quick-Call radio broadcastfor Winter Weather Advisories, Watches, and Warnings; and High Wind Advisories,Watches and Warnings.

    2. Issue "Travelers Advisory" when appropriate.

    3. Periodically re-evaluate snow conditions to determine if and when to put into effect a"Snow Condition Yellow" or Snow Condition Red.

    4. Partially or fully activate the County EOC upon initiation of "Snow Condition Yellow" orSnow Condition Red

    5. Place the Washtenaw Chapter of the American Red Cross on stand-by.

    6. Assist in coordinating operations and information.

    7. Ask the Chair of the Board of Commissioners to declare a "Local State of Emergency"during a Snow Condition Red. The declaration will be transmitted to MSP requesting

    the assistance of the Michigan National Guard or other resources required.

    8. Advise hosting Fire Departments that the National Guard has been requested.

    9. Lodging and meals for the National Guard unit assigned to the Washtenaw CountyService Center will be provided by Emergency Services Division and/or SheriffsDepartment.

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    3. National Guard units stationed at the above locations will consist of six (6) men, one (1)supervisor, plus a vehicle per shift. They will be assigned on an eight (8) hour shiftbasis (3 shifts). Guard units will be fueled at the Armory when not assigned to work, if

    at all possible.

    4. Local Public Safety Agencies will be responsible for providing lodging, food, andcommunication for the National Guard units that have been assigned to their area.

    5. Special Situations:

    a. Saline Fire Department will be responsible for providing a radio operatorequipped with a portable fire frequency radio to work with the National Guard

    Unit. Food and lodging for the National Guard will be provided by SalineCommunity Hospital.

    b. Washtenaw County Sheriffs Office will be responsible for providing a radiooperator equipped with a portable radio to work with the National Guard unit.

    c. Milan Police Department will be responsible for providing a radio operatorequipped with a portable radio to work with the NG unit. Food and lodging will beprovided by Milan Police Department.

    d. Pittsfield Township Fire Department personnel will be assigned.

    E. Snow Public Information Officer

    1. The Snow Public Information Officer will be contacted when a "Snow Condition Yellow"is issued. The PIO will be responsible for compilation and release of information to the

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    G. Radio Amateur Civil Emergency Services

    1. Radio Amateur Civil Emergency Services personnel will be notified by the WashtenawCounty Sheriffs Office Emergency Services Division when a "Travelers Advisory" is putinto effect.

    2. During a "Travelers Advisory", available RACES personnel will monitor radio traffic andreport road and weather conditions periodically to the Washtenaw County EOC duringoperating hours or to the National Weather Service.

    3. When a "Snow Condition Yellow or Red is put into effect, the group will do the

    following:

    a. Assign Net Control operators to coordinate road and weather reports on theWashtenaw Winter Storm Net, and coordinate the RACES 4-Wheel Drive Team ifactivated by the Emergency Services Division.

    b. RACES 4-Wheel Drive Team personnel will assist with rescuing strandedmotorists and with transportation of medical personnel for emergent situationswhen activated and as directed by the Washtenaw County Sheriffs Office

    Emergency Services Division.

    c. RACES operators in the field will report road and weather conditions periodicallyto the County EOC or Washtenaw Winter Storm Net, if activated.

    d. RACES operators may be assigned to designated shelters in order to providecommunications with the EOC if needed.

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    SNOW EMERGENCY PLANOCTOBER 2009

    J. Ann Arbor Office of Emergency Management

    1. Coordinate emergency operations for the City of Ann Arbor.

    2. When a "Snow Condition Red" is in effect, a representative will be sent to theWashtenaw County EOC to coordinate (optional at "Snow Condition Yellow").

    3. If a Local State of Emergency has been declared by the Mayor, the declaration will betransmitted to MSP requesting assistance of the National Guard.

    K. Ann Arbor Public Schools

    1. Upon receiving fan-out information on snow conditions, extend the information to AnnArbor Public and parochial schools.

    2. Notify the Snow Public Information Officer regarding whether schools will be open orclosed and any changes in bus schedules.

    3. Ann Arbor Public Schools will contact the other school districts to insure that they havereceived notice during a snow condition red.

    4. Provide emergency mass transportation services to the Washtenaw County or AnnArbor City EOCs as resources permit.

    L. Ann Arbor Transportation Authority

    1. Notify the Snow Public Information Officer regarding any changes in bus schedules.

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    SNOW EMERGENCY PLANOCTOBER 2009

    ATTACHMENT AWASHTENAW COUNTY EMERGENCY FANOUT LIST

    __________________________________ ____________________________________Person Completing Form Type of Emergency Date

    __________________________________ _____________________________________Location Reported by Phone number

    TIMEI. KDP-984 Quick Call Alerting System _____II. Emergency Management Director _____III. Area Broadcast (PSCALL) _____IV. l-eocadvisory, 145.150 recording _____V. Red Flag Advisories Quick Call, PSCALL, l-eocadvisory, Fire Dept. group fax _____

    VI. l-eocwarning, e-Pop and 145.150 recording _____VII. WEMU-FM 487-8936 _____VIII. Ann Arbor Police Hotline or 994-2911 _____IX. Road Commission 761-1500 (After 4 pm, 668-3282) _____X. Water Resources Commission _____XI. American Red Cross Disaster Services 971-5300 _____XII. LEIN MESSAGE MI3300500 (MSP/EMD); MI3300100 (ELOP); MI8202000 (MSP2HQ);

    MI8121800 (AAPD); MI820013N (WCCD); MI8279300 (VBTP); MI8224600 (BVPD);MI8183600 (YPPD) _____

    XIII. C.I.S.M. and T.E.R.N. _____

    XIV. FBI Days 995-1310 - After hours and weekends 313-965-2323 _____XV. Local Fire Department(s) _____XVI. National Weather Service 800-808-0006 _____XVII. Activate Outdoor Warning Sirens _____

    CONTACT KEYDay 1 Thunderstorm Outlook IV

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    ATTACHMENT B

    Ann Arbor Police Department Fan Out

    Daytime 0800-1700 M-F Evenings 1700-0800 & Weekends

    1. Sirens 1. Sirens

    2. Fire Department 2. Fire Department

    3. Assistant Fire Chiefs 3. Assistant Fire Chiefs

    4. Police patrol units, local govt., STP 4. Police patrol units, local govt., STP

    5. Quick Call 5. Quick Call6. Cable Alert 6. Cable Alert

    7. National Weather Service 7. National Weather Service

    8. American Red Cross 8. MSP Ypsilanti Post

    9. U of M Dept./Safety 9. U of M Dept./Safety

    10. Emergency Management Division 10. Emergency Management Division

    11. Washtenaw County Sheriffs Office 11. Washtenaw County Sheriffs Office

    12. City Administrator 12. Police Chief

    13. Ann Arbor Public Schools 13. American Red Cross14. Washtenaw County Sheriff Emergency Services

    Division & R.A.C.E.S.14. R.A.C.E.S.

    15. Communications Supervisor 15. City Administrator

    16. LEIN messages required P&P 81-32 16. Mayor John Hieftje

    17. PEAS (Pollution Emergency Alert System) 17. AA Public Schools

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    ATTACHMENT C

    CRITERIA FOR NATIONAL WEATHER SERVICE BULLETINS

    ADVISORIES ARE ISSUED WHEN INCONVENIENT WEATHER IS EXPECTED OR OCCURRINGWATCHES ARE ISSUED WHEN A STORM IS DEVELOPING BUT HAS NOT YET ARRIVED

    WARNINGS ARE ISSUED WHEN POTENTIALLY LIFE THREATENING WEATHER IS PRESENT

    BLIZZARD WATCH/WARNING - Visibility frequently below 1/4 mile in falling or blowing snow, and windspeeds (sustained or frequent gusts) at least 35 mph. These conditions are expected to continue for 3

    hours or longer.

    FREEZE WARNING - Freezing temperatures (shelter temperature 32F or below) are expected duringthe growing season.

    FREEZING RAIN ADVISORY Less than one-quarter inch of ice accumulation is expected to causeinconveniences, but could lead to life-threatening situations if caution is not exercised.

    FROST ADVISORY - Conditions that would lead to frost formation during the growing season, butwarmer than freezing conditions.

    HIGH WIND WATCH/WARNING - Sustained non-thunderstorm winds greater than or equal to 40 mphlasting for one hour or longer, and/or gusts greater than or equal to 58 mph for any duration.

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    SNOW EMERGENCY PLANOCTOBER 2009

    WINTER WEATHER TERMINOLOGY

    BLOWING SNOW: Wind-driven snow causing drifting and reduced visibility. This may be falling snowand/or snow on the ground that is picked up by the wind.

    FLURRIES: Very light snowfall with little or no accumulation.

    FREEZING RAIN AND ICE: Rain or drizzle that falls as liquid but freezes on contact with any exposedsurfaces that have a temperature below freezing.

    GRAUPEL: Small white snow pellets caused by raindrops that freeze, melt, and freeze again beforereaching the ground.

    LAKE EFFECT SNOW: Bands of moderate to heavy snowfall created by a cold air mass over one ormore of the Great Lakes (for us, its usually moisture off of Lake Michigan but is sometimes moisture fromLakes Huron and Erie). The snowflakes generated by this effect tend to be large and very white andcan therefore accumulate rapidly and quickly reduce visibilities to whiteout conditions on roads andfreeways.

    SLEET: Small pieces of ice caused by raindrops that freeze just before reaching the ground.

    SNOW: Rain and water vapor that crystallizes before reaching the ground. Accumulation varies basedon the amount of moisture available in the atmosphere, temperature changes with height, and thetemperature of the ground surface. Typical snowfall accumulations across Lower Michigan range from 1to 5 inches per storm; but can be one or two feet when especially strong and slow-moving winter stormsdevelop. Washtenaw Countys annual average snowfall is about 42 inches per season.

    SNOW SHOWERS: Snow falling with variable intensity for brief periods of time Some accumulation is

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    ATTACHMENT D

    SNOW EMERGENCY COUNCIL MEMBERSHIP

    AATA

    2700 S. Industrial Hwy.

    Ann Arbor, MI 48104

    Ron Copeland, Transportation Supervisor

    973-0340

    [email protected]

    American Red Cross

    Corey Nygaard

    Director of Emergency Services

    4624 Packard

    Ann Arbor, MI 48108

    971-5300 (O) FAX 971-5303

    [email protected]

    Ann Arbor Office of Emergency Management

    100 North Fifth Avenue

    Ann Arbor, MI 48104

    Ed D li ki E M

    Ann Arbor Fire Department

    Interim Chief Greg Hollingsworth

    111 North Fifth Avenue

    Ann Arbor, MI 48104

    794-6978 ext. 9600 or 4961; 994-8814 FAX

    [email protected]

    Ann Arbor Township Fire Department

    Chief Rick Ericson

    4319 Goss Rd.

    Ann Arbor, MI 48105

    741-5900, 741-9801 FAX

    [email protected]

    Ann Arbor Public Schools

    Bradford M. Mellor, Director of Transportation

    2400 Boardwalk

    Ann Arbor, MI 48104

    994 2330 368 3363 (M) 975 6782 (H)

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    MSP-EMHSD

    Lt. Walter Davis III 2nd District Coordinator

    24145 West 7 Mile RoadNorthville, MI 48167

    (248) 380-1055

    [email protected]

    Michigan Dept. of Transportation

    Tom Simpson, Transportation MaintenanceCoordinator

    Brighton Transportation Service CenterFonda Place suite 500

    10321 E. Grand River Suite 500

    Brighton MI 48116

    810-225-2619 (O) or 586-634-7667 (M),

    810-227-7929 (F)

    [email protected]

    Michigan State Police Post #26

    F/Lt. Winona Sturdivant

    1501 Huron Street

    Ypsilanti, MI 48197

    482-1211 or 482-1215(O), 482-2207 (F)

    National Guard

    7400 S. Huron River Drive

    Ypsilanti, MI 48197483-6323 or FAX 483-7076

    Dexter Department of Public Works

    Kurt Augustine

    8140 Main Street

    Dexter, MI 48130

    426-8530

    [email protected]

    University of Michigan Health Systems

    Joe Schur, Director

    Jennifer Wilder, Secretary

    Facilities Services UH B2C205 Box 0012

    Ann Arbor MI 48108-0012

    763-6390 or 936-7521, 647-9987 (F)[email protected]

    [email protected]

    Pittsfield Township Public Safety

    Director Matt Harshberger

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    Ann Arbor City Transportation

    Kirk Pennington, Field Operations Supervisor

    100 North Fifth AvenueAnn Arbor, MI 48104

    794-6350 Ext. 43326 (O) or 323-5154 (M)

    [email protected]

    Superior Township Fire Department

    Chief James Roberts

    7999 Ford Road

    Ypsilanti, MI 48198

    484-1996; 484-1997 FAX

    [email protected]

    University of Michigan

    Marvin Pettway

    Plant Operations

    Grounds and Parking Maintenance2550 Draper

    Ann Arbor, MI 48109-2115

    763-5539 or 260-3535 (P) or 764-9390 (F)

    [email protected]

    Washtenaw County Road Commission

    Jim Harmon, Director of Operations

    555 North Zeeb RoadAnn Arbor, MI 48103

    761-1500 or after 4 PM 668-3282 (AS)

    [email protected]

    Ypsilanti Fire Department

    Chief Jon Ichesco

    525 West Michigan Avenue

    Ypsilanti, MI 48197

    482-9778, 483-7522 FAX

    [email protected]

    Eastern Michigan University

    Chief Greg ODell, Executive Director

    Kathryn Wilhoff, Health & Safety Director

    Dept. of Public Safety1200 Oakwood, EMU

    Ypsilanti, MI 48197

    487-1222 or 480-4847 FAX

    [email protected]

    kwilhoff@emich edu

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    Washtenaw County Sheriff

    Police Services Division

    Commander Dieter Heren2201 Hogback Road P.O. Box 8645

    Ann Arbor, MI 48107-8645

    973-4949 (W)

    [email protected]

    Snow Public Information Officer

    Ann Arbor Police Department

    Lt. Angela Abrams

    100 N. Fifth Avenue

    Ann Arbor MI 48104

    794-6920 (W), 260-3803 (M)

    [email protected]

    University of Michigan Public Safety

    Chief Ken Magee1239 Kipke Dr.

    Ann Arbor, MI 48108

    763-1131 (W)[email protected]

    Augusta Township Fire Department

    Chief Victor Chevrette

    10985 Whittaker Road, PO Box 217Whittaker MI 48190

    461-9500 (W/FAX); 564-4675 M

    [email protected]

    Chelsea Area Fire Authority

    Chief James Payeur

    200 West Middle Street

    Chelsea, MI 48118

    475-8755 (W); 475-1967 FAX

    [email protected]

    Manchester Township Fire Department

    Chief William Scully

    275 S. Macomb St.

    Manchester, MI 48158482-9439 (W); 428-8122 FAX

    [email protected]

    Northfield Township Police Department

    Interim Chief Lt Tim Greene

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    Scio Township Fire Department

    Chief Carl Ferch

    1055 North Zeeb RoadAnn Arbor, MI 48103

    665-6001 (W); 665-2339 FAX

    [email protected]

    Salvation Army

    Major John Williams

    100 Arbana Dr.

    Ann Arbor, MI 48103-3795

    668-8353 (W)

    [email protected]

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    NEWS MEDIA MEMBERS

    WAAM 1600 AM4230 Packard Road

    Ann Arbor, MI 48108

    971-1607 or 971-1689 FAX 973-2916

    Attn: Dan Martin, Program Manager

    [email protected]

    WTKA 1050 / WQKL 107.1 / WWWW 102.9 /

    WLBY 1290Ann Arbor Radio

    1100 Victors Way STE 100

    Ann Arbor, MI 48108

    302-8151 News Dept. 5:00 AM-10:00 PM

    Attn: Brian Larsen, New Director

    [email protected]

    WUOM 91.7 FM

    535 West Williams Street

    Suite 110

    University of Michigan

    Ann Arbor, MI 48103

    WPXDTV Channel 31Attn: Robert Thompson

    [email protected]

    WDEO 990 AM

    Ave Maria Radio

    24 Frank Lloyd Wright Drive Lobby C

    Ann Arbor, MI 48105

    930-3164 or 930-3169, 930-3179 (F)

    Attn: Steve Clarke, Operations Manager

    [email protected]

    annarbor.com

    340 East Huron

    Ann Arbor, MI 48104

    994-6880Attn: Steve Pepple

    [email protected]

    Ann Arbor Observer

    201 Catherine

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    HOSPITALS

    Chelsea Community Hospital775 South Main

    Chelsea, MI 48118

    475-3961

    Attn: Tim Doyle

    [email protected]

    St. Joseph Mercy Hospital

    5301 East Huron River Drive

    Ann Arbor, MI 48106-0992

    712-3000

    Attn: Tina Witkowski

    [email protected]

    St. Joseph Mercy - Saline Hospital

    400 West RussellSaline, MI 48176

    429-7964

    Attn: Linda Bloom/Suzanne Krouse/ Kay Stewart

    [email protected]

    krouses@trinity health org

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    ATTACHMENT E

    NEWS RELEASE STANDARD FORMAT

    SNOW PUBLIC INFORMATION OFFICER:

    For a Snow Condition Yellow, the statement should read:

    A Snow Condition Yellow has been issued for Washtenaw County by the Snow Emergency Council.This means that very hazardous driving conditions exist with heavy snow or ice, drifting, or limited

    visibility. Traffic is moving at reduced speeds with major highways being maintained in fair condition, butlocal roads may be impassable. Motorists are urged that if they must drive, use extreme care andallow for a significant drive time.

    [Add additional specific local information if required.]

    For all recorded bulletins, close with the following:

    Please stay tuned to this station for updated weather and road information. Reporting for theWashtenaw County Snow Emergency Council, this is _________________(name).

    For a Snow Condition Red, the statement should read :

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    ATTACHMENT F

    ROAD COMMISSION CRITICAL FACILITY ROUTES

    TO: All Concerned

    DATE: October 23, 2009

    RE: Road Commission Responsibility for Roads to Critical Facility Locations during SnowCondition Red

    FACILITY LOCATION ROADS RESPONSIBILITY

    1. Concordia University US-23 @ Geddes Rd State Trunkline Crew

    2. Pioneer High School I-94 @ Ann Arbor-Saline Rd

    State Trunkline Crew

    3. Tappan Middle School US-23 @ M-17 SESC Crew

    4. Washtenaw County Service Center US-23 @ M-17, M-17to Hogback Rd,

    Hogback Rd toLocation

    SESC Crew

    5. Chelsea High School I-94 @ Fletcher Rd, I-94 @ M-52, Old US-12

    District #3 Crew

    6. Dexter Middle School I-94 @ Baker Rd,Baker Rd to Dan Hoey

    District #1 Crew

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    ATTACHMENT G

    WASHTENAW COUNTY ROAD COMMISSION

    2009-2010 WINTER MAINTENANCE GUIDELINES

    RC09-247 Veigel moved, Fuller seconded that upon the recommendation of the Director ofOperations and the concurrence of the Managing Director, the Board hereby approvesthe 2009/2010 Winter Maintenance Guidelines.

    Voice Vote: YEAS: 2 NAYS: 0 ABSENT: 1 ABSTAIN: 0 Motion Carried.

    In order to plan winter maintenance for all public roads within Washtenaw County, it is recommended thatthe following be adopted as Road Commission Guidelines for the winter season of 2009/2010.

    A. Winter maintenance operations will be conducted based on a priority system established on theCounty and State Trunkline roads. The priorities primarily have been established based on trafficvolumes.

    Priority 1 State TrunklinesPriority 2 High volume hard surface roads

    Priority 3 Medium volume hard surface roadsPriority 4 Subdivision streetsPriority 5 Gravel Roads

    B. The scheduling of overtime depends on a variety of factors including: road conditions, weatherforecasts, nature of the storm, time of storm, etc. The following general guidelines will prevail:

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    E. The hiring of outside contractors may be authorized by the Managing Director or his designee,based on the following:

    1. Forecasted storm conditions.

    2. The condition of the road system at the time of decision.

    3. The status of crews and equipment at the time of decision.

    The Operations Division shall:

    a. Develop a ready list of contractors to be called in the event they are required.

    b. Develop and maintain maps and routes so contractor assignments may be properlymade and the work inspected.

    F. Crews normally assigned to State Trunklines may be used on County Primary and Local Roadsafter State Trunklines have been cleared countywide.

    G. Night Patrol will begin late November, 2009 and continue through approximately mid March,2010. Night Patrol consists of a four-person crew that is on duty from 8:00 p.m. until 4:30 a.m.,five days a week, and responds to ice and snow conditions on State Trunklines. This crew isfunded in total by the Michigan Department of Transportation. In isolated cases, the crew canperform winter maintenance on County roads, at the Road Commissions expense.

    H. If another storm starts before clean up on priority routes #4 and #5 have been completed, crewswill return to priority #1, #2 and #3.

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    PLEASE SEE THE UNIVERSITY REGION

    WINTER LEVEL OF SERVICE FOR 2009-2010 MAP

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    ATTACHMENT H

    WISD Inclement Weather Phone List

    CONFIDENTIAL

    Ann Arbor Public Schools [Start checking around 2:00 a.m.]

    Brad Mellor *(734)368-3363 (Cell Phone) RED PHONEFAX (734) 997-1209 (Hard Wired)

    [email protected] (734) 994-2330 (Business Phone) (734) 994-2483

    (AAPS Disp.)

    _______________________________________________________________________________

    Chelsea Public Schools [Start checking roads around 3:00 a.m.]

    Chris Frayer (734) 475-8814 (Home) 2nd

    ContractWhen Needed:

    [email protected] (734) 320-1278 (Cell Phone) Jim Zenz(734) 433-2274 (Business Phone) 517) 206-6456

    (Cell Phone)FAX (734)433-2217

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    Dexter Community Schools [Start checking roads around 3:00 a.m.]

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    Milan Area Schools [Start checking roads around 4:30 a.m. depending on road conditions.]

    Cheryl Mayher *(734) 216-3216 (Cell); 2nd

    Contact If Needed:[email protected] (517) 451-2135 (Home) Richard Zornow

    (734) 439-5252/5250 (Business Phone)FAX (734)439-5289

    Saline Area Schools [Start checking roads around 3:00 a.m.]

    Patti Henes (734) 429-5887 (Home Phone)[email protected] (734) 429-8066 (Bus. Phone)

    *(734) 216-5596 (Cell Phone)FAX (734) 429-8069

    Willow Run Community Schools [Start checking roads around 4:00 a.m. depending on roadconditions.]

    Mizan [email protected] *(734) 320-4231(Cell Phone)

    (734) 961-6355 (Business Phone)FAX (734) 481-8224

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    Washtenaw ISD

    CONFIDENTIAL

    Usually closing of High Point, The Young Adult Programs, and Washtenaw CC will follow AnnArbor; EMU classes will follow Ypsilanti; others will follow the local districts where they arehoused.

    Deborah Hester-Washington *(248) 322-5422(Home Phone)Supervisor, High Point (734) 368-7751 (District Cell Phone)

    (734) 994-8111 Ext. 1610 (High Point)[email protected]

    Neal ElyakinSupervisor, Young Adult Program *(734) 996-0476 (Home Phone)Huron High School WISD Program (734) 417-6094 (Cell Phone)Dexter High School Program WISD (734) 994-8100 Ext. 1545 (WISD)

    [email protected]

    Jennifer BurtonSupervisor, Teacher Consultant *(734) 660-5593 (Cell Phone)

    (734) 994-8100 Ext. 1543 (WISD)jburton@wash k12 mi us

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