FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE 01/23/2026
For further information, contact:
Susan Scully Petroni
City of Framingham Public Information Officer
spetroni@framinghamma.gov
508-782-8629
City of Framingham Prepares For Snowstorm: Trash Collection Delayed; Libraries Closed Sunday
FRAMINGHAM - The City of Framingham is preparing for a significant winter storm with heavy snow and hazardous travel conditions.
The National Weather Service out of Boston/Norton has issued a Winter Storm Warning in effect from 7 a.m. Sunday to 8 p.m. Monday.
According to the National Weather Service forecast:
- Heavy snow is expected, with total snow accumulations between 12 and 17 inches.
- Wind gusts may reach up to 30 mph.
- Roads, especially bridges and overpasses, will likely become slick and hazardous.
- Travel could be very difficult to impossible, particularly overnight into the Monday morning commute and potentially impacting the Monday evening commute.
The National Weather Service advises residents to delay travel if possible. If travel is absolutely necessary, motorists should use extreme caution and keep an emergency kit in their vehicle, including a flashlight, food, and water.
In anticipation of the storm, the City is announcing the following:
Framingham Public Schools
Framingham Public Schools Superintendent Bob Tremblay anticipates making a decision regarding a potential snow day on Monday on Sunday and will not wait until Monday morning to make the call.
Libraries
Both the main Framingham Public Library and the Christa McAuliffe Branch Library will be closed on Sunday, January 25. They will be open during normal hours on Saturday and can serve as warming centers for individuals without heat.
Recycling Center
The Recycling Center will be open this weekend, including Sunday from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m.
Trash & Recycling Collection
There will be no trash and recycling collection on Monday, January 26. Collection will operate on a one-day delayed schedule for the remainder of the week.
Parking Ban & Snow Emergency Information
The City anticipates calling an emergency snow parking ban sometime Sunday into Monday.
During the ban and declared weather emergency, no vehicle may park on the following arterial roadways:
Beacon Street
Belknap Road
Bishop Street
Brook Street
Central Street
Cochituate Road
Concord Street
Edgell Road
Franklin Street
Gates Street
Grove Street
Hartford Street
Hollis Street
Howard Street
Irving Street
Lincoln Street
Potter Road
Salem End Road
School Street
Summer Street
Temple Street
Union Avenue
Water Street
Waverly Street
Winter Street
Winthrop Street
Vehicles that obstruct snow removal equipment are in violation of the City’s Bylaws, Article V, Section 15 (Snow Removal), and will be ticketed and towed.
Parks & Recreation
Callahan Center will not host activities this weekend.
Loring Arena will close Sunday at 4 p.m. and is planning to reopen Monday for afternoon and evening programs, weather permitting.
Saturday Parks & Recreation programs will run as scheduled, including skate lessons, basketball clinics, and Start Smart Basketball.
All Sunday Parks & Recreation programs have been canceled, including men’s open recreation basketball and swim team activities. Participants have been notified.
If municipal buildings are closed Monday due to the storm, the Mayor’s State of the City address will be rescheduled to Thursday, January 29 at 7 p.m.
Public Works Snow Preparation and Response
According to Public Works Director Bob Lewis, the Department of Public Works is actively preparing for the storm.
“We’re always in a ready mode this time of year,” Lewis said. “Even in lighter winters, we maintain our equipment and staff so that if a significant storm hits, we can respond right away.”
DPW crews inspect vehicles and equipment after every storm or when one is expected, including replacing plow blades, checking hydraulic hoses, headlights, and wipers. Because recent winters have had fewer large storms, preparation for this event has focused on deploying larger equipment.
“We’re pulling out our large snowblowers and getting them fired up,” Lewis said. “They haven’t been used in a number of years, but we anticipate they’ll be needed.”
DPW has approximately 160 pieces of equipment available for storm operations. As of now, crews plan to bring in salt staff at 11 a.m. Sunday to begin pre-treating roadways, weather permitting. A full plow deployment is anticipated between 3 and 4 p.m. Sunday. All timing remains subject to change as the forecast evolves.
Plowing will follow established priority routes, beginning with main roadways and major arterials and moving to minor arterials and neighborhood collector roads once full plow operations are underway.
DPW also plans for snow removal in the downtown area to ensure access to businesses and public safety. However, the timing of removal depends on storm conditions and staff fatigue.
“If we get a lull that allows crews to rest, we hope to go directly into snow removal,” Lewis said. “If crews have been operating for extended periods, they will need a break, which could push removal operations as late as Tuesday night.”
Snow removal in high-traffic areas is significantly more effective when streets are clear of vehicles and pedestrian activity. Residents are asked to cooperate with parking restrictions to speed snow operations and improve safety.
Stay Informed
Residents are urged to follow official City communication channels for updates throughout the storm, including:
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