Montclair Gets Ready For Snowstorm: Parking, Towing Update

MONTCLAIR, NJ — Montclair officials are asking residents to be safe – and remember local parking regulations – ahead of a forecasted snowstorm this weekend.

Gov. Phil Murphy has declared a state of emergency ahead of the incoming winter storm. It went into effect at 8 a.m. on Sunday. Read More: State Of Emergency Declared Ahead Of NJ Winter Storm

"Beginning tomorrow morning, we are expecting a winter storm to bring heavy snow, followed by dangerously low temperatures expected on Monday and continuing through Wednesday," Murphy said. "As always, I urge all New Jerseyans to use caution, follow all safety protocols, and remain off the roads unless absolutely necessary."

Preparations are taking place in Montclair, which issued its own warning ahead of the storm.

According to a municipal advisory:

“Please be advised of an upcoming winter storm expected to start tomorrow, 01/19/2025, and persist until Monday, 01/20/2025. The forecast predicts an accumulation of 5 to 7 inches of snow. The Montclair Township Office of Emergency Management (OEM) team will closely monitor the situation, and if street clearance becomes necessary, a prompt alert will be issued.”

Potential travel delays are possible, and drivers should be careful if snow starts piling up on the roads, local officials said.

Montclair officials gave residents a reminder about parking regulations during snowstorms:

“Residents are reminded that to assist with snow removal efforts, the Department of Community Services ("DCS") asked the residents please refrain from placing your trash and recycling cans out until after the storm has cleared. Residents are also reminded that parking on snow-covered streets is prohibited by the Township ordinance 327-25. The no-parking prohibition remains in effect for a period of 12 hours after the snowfall has stopped in order to facilitate snow removal operations.”

The Montclair Police Department will be ticketing and towing vehicles parked on the streets during this period, officials noted.

Residents can park their vehicles free-of-charge in municipal lots and the Midtown Deck (at 292 Glenridge Ave.) from Sunday, Jan. 19 at 1 p.m. until the snow has cleared. However, Bay Street, Fullerton Roof and Crescent Decks are not available for free-of-charge parking.

Montclair officials reminded residents that 9-1-1 is for emergency use only. Residents can report any winter snowstorm-related issues to the Montclair Police Department non-emergency number at 973-744-1234.

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