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Snow Removal Policy

Mount Mercy Snow Removal Policy Information

The Snow Removal Procedure (SRP) is utilized when winter weather occurs that requires Facilities and Maintenance crew to have clear access to remove snow from Mount Mercy parking lots. Student Services initiates an email correspondence will all students with reminders of the snow removal procedures schedule. Residential students will also have notices placed on theirs floors by the Residence Life team. The email will stated the date the snow removal procedure will take place and any additional information needed. MMU will endeavor to share the plan 24 hours in advance.

All vehicles on campus, regardless of their running condition, must park as outlined below. Any vehicle not removed from designated areas will be ticketed. You are encouraged to prepare your vehicle for relation at 7:30pm. Public Safety will be present to help direct traffic and provide vehicle assistance that may be needed. You can call them directly at 319-363-1323 ext. 1234. Tunnels will be open for ease of pedestrian traffic.

Note: Dividing line for east/west ends of the Prairie Drive lot drawn from the emergency phone to the guard house.

Lot clearing schedule evening:

  • 9:00pm – 10:30pm or 11:00 a.m.-12:30 p.m. when campus is Facilities will be plowing the Pit nearest Basile (West End Prairie Drive Lot) and Lower Andreas Lot.
  • 10:30pm – Midnight Facilities will be plowing Lower Campus lot
  • Midnight – 8:00am Facilities will be plowing: 27th Street Lot, Pit nearest Hennessey (East End Prairie Drive Lot), McAuley lot, Mercy Drive Parking, and Visitor Parking.

Lot clearing schedule daytime closure:

  • 11:00am – 12:30pm when campus is closed   Facilities will be plowing the Pit nearest Basile (West End Prairie Drive Lot) and Lower Andreas Lot
  • 12:30pm – 2:30pm Facilities will be plowing Lower Campus lot
  • Midnight – 8:00am Facilities will be plowing: 27th Street Lot, Pit nearest Hennessey (East End Prairie Drive Lot), McAuley lot, Mercy Drive Parking, and Visitor Parking.
  • 2:30 – 4:30pm Facilities will be plowing: 27th Street Lot, Pit nearest Hennessey (East End Prairie Drive Lot), McAuley lot, Mercy Drive Parking, and Visitor Parking.