City of Joliet Announces Return of the Snow Removal Program for 2025-2026

City of Joliet Announces Return of the Snow Removal Program for 2025-2026Post Date:09/30/2025 3:37 PM For Immediate Release Contact September 30, 2025 City of Joliet: 815-724-4000 City of Joliet Announces Return of the Snow Removal Program for 2025-2026 Joliet, IL - The City of Joliet is pleased to announce the return of the Residential Snow Removal Program for the 2025-2026 winter season. The program is available to residents who are 62 years of age or older and/or those with a physical disability. The Senior/Disabled Snow Removal Program is designed to ensure accessibility for eligible residents by providing snow removal from a paved driveway and service sidewalk. This service helps residents safely leave their homes for essential needs such as groceries, medical appointments, or other necessities during the winter months. The program is made possible through Community Development Block Grant funding. Eligibility and Restrictions Senior aged 62+ and/or physically disabled Photo ID and proof of residency within the City of Joliet required at the time of application Programming limited to single-family homes (one driveway and one sidewalk service per household) Coverage includes up to five snow removal services per season under the following conditions: Snow accumulation of 3 inches or more Contractors will begin clearing once snowfall has ended and have up to 24 hours to complete each property Services are provided citywide and cannot accommodate individual scheduling requests. How to Apply Application period opens October 1, 2025, at 8:00 a.m. Applications will close once the maximum number of participants is reached, based on available funding. Applications will be reviewed in the order they are received. Participation is limited by the total program budget and cost of service. Residents are strongly encour aged to apply online at: https://www.joliet.gov/government/departments/community-development/neighborhood-services-division/senior-snow-program. For residents unable to apply online or with additional questions, in-person assistance is available. Please contact Jacqueline Lozada at (815) 724-4096 or [email protected] to schedule an appointment. # # # About the City of Joliet The City of Joliet is located in Will and Kendall counties in the State of Illinois, 30 miles (48 km) southwest of Chicago. It is the county seat of Will County. At the 2020 census, the city was the third largest in Illinois, with a population of 150,362. For more information about the city, visit https://www.joliet.gov. Media Contact: Rosemaria DiBenedetto, Media Engagement and Communications Director, Cell: 847-269-5556 or email: [email protected] Return to full list >>