Winter Weather
Winter weather in Kane County can bring extreme cold temperatures, snow, ice, and other hazards.
The City of St. Charles provides safety, preparedness and seasonal services information to help you weather the winter.
Snow
IEMA Winter Storm Preparedness Guidebook
Report issue with snow removal on street and/or sidewalk.
Information regarding snow removal on the streets or sidewalks in the City of St. Charles is provided on the Snow Removal page of the City website. You can also contact the Public Works Field Office at (630) 377-4405 to report any issue or concern you may have.
Or, submit a Customer Service Request. Please indicate address and/or street(s) that are of concern.
Mailbox damage from a City snow plow
To report mailbox damage due to City snow plowing, please contact the Public Services Division at (630) 377-4405 or by email at pw@stcharlesil.gov.
What are the City's restrictions on parking when it snows?
General Information
Snow Route Parking Ban at 2" Accumulation
The snow parking restrictions are in effect from November 1 through April 30 and are detailed in Section 10.40.060 of the St. Charles Municipal Code. Snow routes are marked with blue signs. The Police Department will begin enforcing these parking regulations approximately one hour after the 2” accumulation has been reached.
Citywide Street Parking Ban at 3" Accumulation
Snow Plow Routes
Snow Removal
Salting & Brine Operations
Salting & Brine OperationsThe City spreads salt & brine during ice storms, freezing rain, sleet or when 2” or less of snow has fallen.
