Photo: Sidewalks are to be cleared a day after a storm has passed.

When the snow ends, the important work begins.

After the storm has ended and if you are able to do so, lend a hand to the Department of Public Works and your fellow residents by clearing snow from the sidewalks and spaces near your home or business.

Under Belmont’s residential snow removal bylaw, sidewalks along residential property are to be cleared of snow and ice by 8 p.m. the day after a storm ends. Snow and Ice should be cleared or treated from sidewalks to a width of at least 36 inches. Please refer to the Town’s web site www.belmont-ma.gov/emergency for further information regarding winter weather and the Town’s snow removal bylaw.

And when clearing sidewalks and driveways, don’t be tempted place snow into the street as that will create a safety issue and increases the workload on the DPW.

The town appreciate any help you can provide as the town works around the clock to clear roadways and schools as quickly as possible, according to a town press release sent on Sunday, Feb. 22.