Our Road Department works hard to keep our residents safe through snow and ice removal during the winter months.  They continually watch weather conditions so they are prepared for when the snow falls.  As of the winter of 2022, our Road Department is responsible for plowing 50.6 (straight line) miles of roadway.

Please remember as winter approaches to remove basketball hoops or other similar obstructions from the rights-of-way of public roads. This is helpful for efficient snow/ice removal and for the safety of the Road Department.  It is also helpful if our residents will please remove cars from the roadway during any snow/ice event. 

If you have any questions, please feel free to call the Township Hall at 614-873-4480.

        Jerome Township's new salt barn was dedicated in December 2021

Helpful winter weather information

Jerome Township plows and salts the Township roads as weather conditions require.

Some assistance the residents can do that will assist the snowplow drivers in doing an efficient job of snow removal would be:

• Remember to remove basketball hoops or other similar obstructions from the rights-of-way of public roads.
• Whenever possible, park all vehicles off the public rights-of-way roadways.
• Give snow plows adequate distance when driving near them.
• Do not pass a snowplow.
• Do not pile snow from driveways into the roads, pile this at the side of your driveway or in your yard.

Pursuant of Ohio Attorney General Opinion 86-023, the sheriff of a county may declare a snow emergency and temporarily close county and township roads within his jurisdiction for the preservation of the public peace. Attorney General Opinion 97-015 allows the sheriff to close state and municipal roads.

Snow Emergency Classifications

LEVEL 1: Roadways are hazardous with blowing and drifting snow. Roads may also be icy. Motorists are urged to drive very cautiously.

LEVEL 2: Roadways are hazardous with blowing and drifting snow. Roads may also be very icy. Only those who feel it is necessary to drive should be out on the roads. Contact your employer to see if you should report to work. Motorists should use extreme caution.

LEVEL 3: All roadways are closed to non-emergency personnel. No one should be driving during these conditions unless it is absolutely necessary to travel, or a personal emergency exists. All employees should contact their employer to see if they should report to work. Those traveling on the roads may subject themselves to arrest.

To view Union County snow advisory levels, visit the Union County Sherriff’s Office website.