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With forecasted low temperatures, the Village of Lawton would like to remind residents to take precautions to prevent frozen water pipes. 

When temperatures drop significantly, water pipes—especially those located along outside walls, in crawl spaces, basements, or unheated areas—are at increased risk of freezing. Frozen pipes can burst and cause significant damage to homes and personal property. 

To help prevent freezing, residents may consider allowing a small, steady trickle of water to run from faucets connected to vulnerable pipes during periods of extreme cold. If you anticipate needing to run water continuously due to the risk of frozen pipes, please contact the Village of Lawton. We ask that you notify us in advance or as soon as possible so we are aware of the situation and can make appropriate adjustments to your water bill, if necessary. 

Additional cold-weather tips include:

• Keeping cabinet doors open under sinks to allow warm air to circulate
• Sealing drafts near pipes and exterior walls
• Maintaining consistent indoor temperatures, even when away from home If you have questions, concerns, or believe your home may be at higher risk due to pipe location, please contact the Village Office.

Thank you for your cooperation and for helping us protect the community’s water system during extreme winter conditions. 

 The Village of Lawton would like to inform our residents and businesses on our response for winter snow operations. Our Public Works team is working hard to keep roads, sidewalks, and public areas safe and accessible. 

The Village operates with a four-person Public Works crew. During significant snow events, their first priority is to ensure that major roads, emergency routes, and school-access areas are cleared. 

We would appreciate your patience when our Public Works operates during a snow event. 

 What We’re Doing 

1. Plowing Main Roads First 

Primary routes—including Main Street, Nursery Street, 2nd, 3rd, Orchard, White oak and access for emergency services—are cleared first to ensure safe travel for first responders and residents. 

 2. Clearing Local roads 

Once main roads are safe, crews move into residential streets and secondary roads. 

3. Downtown Snow Removal 

The downtown district is plowed early, but hauling snow out requires additional equipment and time. This is typically done over the days following the storm, after all streets have been cleared. 

 4. Sidewalks Maintained by the Village 

Designated municipal sidewalks and school walking routes will be cleared as soon as plowing operations allow. Not all sidewalks will be plowed 

 What Residents Can Expect 

– Not all streets, sidewalks, or parking areas may be cleared on the first day of a major storm but we will do our best to get this done. 

– Snow removal and hauling may take multiple days, depending on the snowfall amount. 

– Snow may temporarily accumulate near drive approaches or parking areas during initial plowing. 

– Crews will continue cleanup operations until all areas are addressed. 

How You Can Help 

– Avoid parking on streets during or immediately after snowfall to help plows navigate safely. 

– Keep trash bins, vehicles, and other obstacles out of the roadway. 

– Do not place leaves or yard debris in the street—once they freeze, they cannot be removed until temperatures rise. 

– Be patient with crews as they return to clean up areas after the initial pass. 

REMINDER – it is illegal to push snow into or across a street and this will be enforced 

Working Together for a Safe Community 

We understand that winter storms can create frustration and challenges. Our team is committed to doing everything possible within our staffing and equipment limitations to keep Lawton safe. 

Thank you for your cooperation, patience, and understanding as we navigate through this winter. 

If you have questions or need assistance, please contact Village Hall at 269-624-6407. 

Stay safe and warm, 
Village of Lawton 
Public Works & Administration