Winter Storm Advisory Sunday, 01/25/26: Parking Restrictions in Effect

Published on January 22, 2026

Winter Storm Advisory: Snow Parking Restrictions in Effect on Sunday, January 25

A winter storm is expected to impact Montclair this Sunday, January 25, with anywhere between 6-16 inches of snowfall anticipated. To help crews safely and efficiently clear roads, the following restrictions will be in effect:

Move Your Car – Snow Parking Rules in Effect at 8:00 AM Sunday

• Parking is prohibited on ALL township roads while roads are snow-covered. Please move your car from the road by 8:00 AM Sunday, January 25
• The restriction remains in effect for 12 hours after snowfall ends, per Township ordinance. 
• Vehicles parked on snow-covered streets may be ticketed and towed by the Montclair Police Department.
• If snow is covering the roadway, your car must be off the street.
• Safety Reminder: Please clear all snow off your car before driving. Snow and ice can break loose while driving and fall onto your windshield or onto vehicles around you, creating dangerous conditions. You can be stopped and ticketed for failure to clear snow from your vehicle.

Free Parking Options During the Storm

• Residents may park free of charge in municipal surface lots and the Midtown Parking Deck (202 Glenridge Ave). A map of municipal lots is on the website here.
• Free storm parking is available beginning Saturday. Vehicles parked in these locations before Sunday will not be charged as long as they are not moved before 8:00 AM Sunday.
• Free parking in these lots will be available until snow removal is complete. The township will follow up with additional communications on when free parking ends. (UPDATE: Free parking at the Midtown Deck and municipal lots will end at 6:00 a.m. on Tuesday, January 27. Vehicles must be moved by that time; standard parking fees will apply after 6:00 a.m.)
• Bay Street, Fullerton Roof, and Crescent Decks are NOT included in free storm parking.

Trash & Recycling

• Refuse and recycling collection will be suspended on Monday, January 26, 2026. There will be no makeups, and collection will resume for refuse in Section I on Thursday, January 29, 2026. The next collection for recycling in Area B will be on Monday, February 2, 2026.

Municipal Building Operations

• The Municipal Building is closed on Monday, January 26 and will have a delayed opening at 10:00 AM on Tuesday, January 27
• The Planning Board scheduled for Monday, January 26 is canceled 

NJ TRANSIT Service Suspension

• All NJ TRANSIT Bus, Light Rail, and Access Link services will be suspended at 4:00 AM Sunday, January 25
• Rail service will be suspended at 2:00 PM Sunday, January 25
• Service impacts are expected to continue through Monday, January 26. Riders should plan accordingly.
• Please read the alert from NJ Transit here: https://www.njtransit.com/customer-notice/2040498

Stay Safe & Informed

• Monitor local weather forecasts for updates.
• Expect potential travel delays.
• Use caution when driving in snowy or icy conditions.
• Continue to check your e-mail, township Facebook and Instagram, or the township website for any follow-up information about the storm and parking rules.

Snow Removal Reminder & Rules

• Property owners are responsible for clearing sidewalks and driveways; keep fire hydrants and storm drains adjacent to your property clear.
• Important reminder from the Fire Department: If you have a fire hydrant on your property, please clear the snow around it at least 3 feet in each direction, providing a clear path to the hydrant from the street. In an emergency, every second counts.
• Please do not shovel snow back into the street - it's unsafe and prohibited by township code.
• Please remove any other large objects from the street in front of your home - especially basketball hoops - to allow snow plows to fully clear the street. 
• When to clear: Sidewalks must be cleared within 12 hours of daylight after snow stops falling. If ice can't be removed, treat it with salt or sand.
• How much to clear: Clear the full sidewalk width, or at least 48 inches to allow for safe pedestrian passage.
• Cleaning sidewalks and curb ramps is essential for people with disabilities, wheelchair users, seniors, and parents with strollers to travel safely through our community

Important Reminder

• 911 is for emergencies only.
• For non-emergency storm-related issues, call the Montclair Police Department at 973-744-1234.