Sports Field Snow Removal Guidelines

In order to accommodate our customers on game days when it snows, and for requests to allow practices, the following fall snow removal guidelines will be used.

  • The City of Edmonton will consolidate any or all bookings in the fall to one or two venues as needed.

    This maintenance strategy is implemented to prevent the number of fields that need lengthy repair time and the associated costs of the repair in the spring.

    All “must play” games should be scheduled on the all weather surface at Johnny Bright Bowl, Clarke Park and Foote Field.

  • In the fall, if the ground has not frozen solid, the potential to cause irreparable damage during snow removal is much greater.

    We will assess the field(s) to determine the best time to consider snow removal.

    We acknowledge the fact that there will always be some potential safety concerns due to snow and ice.

    This is why play is not recommended and we strongly encourage groups to schedule all fall games on the all weather surface at Johnny Bright Bowl, Clarke Park or Foote Field.

  • All snow removal costs will be shared by all the groups that benefit from the removal at our Class B Facilities

  • The department will not sweep excess grass (thatch) from the fields. The thatch provides additional protection to the turf crowns needed for regeneration in the spring.

  • Bleachers may be cleaned in the center section only (about 300 spectators), with a minimum 5-day notice. If the bleachers are cleaned the users benefiting from this snow cleaning will share in the cost to do this work.

  • The department will not remove snow from other sports fields in the city. The department may consider snow removal on passive areas outside a sports field.

    This request must come through Bookings & Information and will be approved on an individual basis by the District involved and must be paid for by the individual group requesting the removal of snow.

  • The fee for this service is $100 per removal* (on passive areas). The snow will not be removed down to grass level to prevent damage to the turf. .

    Note: Department snow removal equipment may be dedicated to other activities at this time. Private groups or individuals are not allowed to remove snow on sports fields.

  • If damage occurs as a result of user play, the user will be held accountable for all repair costs and may also have their Booking privileges revoked.

  • The City of Edmonton, Parks Operations will revisit these guidelines as required.

* Subject to change.

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