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Between the Midwesterners and East Coasters complaining about snow removal and Californians complaining about the rain, I don't know how Oregonians manage to remain so gracious to transplants.

I moved here a year ago from Chicago, where no one will be surprised to know that snow removal in your neighborhood depends on whether your alderman has clout with the mayor. A district that voted the "wrong" way might just get missed by the plows. So much for efficiency.

Winter driving is more treacherous here with all the curves and hills and without the salt trucks. I trust Portland will analyze the environmental impact and cost-benefit for investing in more salting and plowing for rare weather events.

Meanwhile, I agree with those natives who recommend slowing down and enjoying the season. It's gorgeous here, and people might not drive well in snow, but all year they let you in and smile. Please don't make me go back to Chicago!

posted 4 years, 5 months ago
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