Why do I sometimes see parallel rows of white, chalky lines in the pavement in late fall and winter?
The white, chalky lines are caused by the application of brine, a liquid anti-icing compound. Brine is being applied to local roads before snow events to provide additional time before the snow and ice begin to build up on the pavement. This will not be done if rain is predicted before the snow, as the brine would be washed off the pavement.

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1. Why do I sometimes see parallel rows of white, chalky lines in the pavement in late fall and winter?
2. How soon after a snowfall do plowing and salting operations begin?
3. Why does it take Public Works so long to plow my cul-de-sac?
4. Does the Public Works Department plow all of the streets in the Village?
5. Are there street parking restrictions following a significant snowfall?