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As of 11:50 a.m. on Monday, January 26, the Borough of State College remains under a snow emergency.

Winter Weather Update: Tuesday, January 27

As of 5:45 p.m. on Tuesday, January 27, the Borough of State College still has a snow emergency declared. Public Works crews continue plowing and removing snow from the Borough streets and alleys.

Please note, Borough residents MUST remove snow and ice must be removed from the full length and width of public sidewalks and handicap-accessible ramps, per the Borough of State College’s snow/ice ordinance that takes effect 24 hours after a snow event ends. Property owners are also responsible for maintaining a clear sidewalk and handicap-accessible ramps. Having clear sidewalks is especially important near school zones.

Please do not push or blow snow back into the street at any time. For more information, please call (814) 234-7191.

The Borough of State College Calder Way improvement Project Phase 2 is set to begin Tuesday, January 20. Construction will take place on Calder Way from South Fraser Street to South Atherton Street.

Calder Way Improvement Project Phase 2 Weekly Update

Due to the amount of snow that accumulated and the low temperatures there will be no work done for the remainder of this week. The weather has also caused some delay in material and equipment arrival. Tentatively, Monday, February 2, work will begin.

Calder Way from South Fraser Street to Miller Alley will be closed to vehicular traffic. The Borough wants to emphasize that customers and visitors will have access to businesses during this time.

Please remember that projects of this nature are fluid and often change, and they can be impacted by inclement weather.

Visit https://bit.ly/CalderWay, for updates and information about Phase 2 of the Calder Way Project.

Residential Refuse Collection: Week of January 26

Residential trash, organics, and curbside recycling within the Borough of State College will be collected as normal the week of January 26, 2026.

CORRECTION: Winter Weather Update: Monday, January 26

CORRECTION (1/26 @ 1:40 p.m.): Please note, recycling collection is not impacted in the Borough of State College by the winter weather. Please see below for impacts on refuse collection.

As of 11:50 a.m. on Monday, January 26, the Borough of State College remains under a snow emergency.

Public Works crews are continuing snow removal operations and are working to improve travel conditions as safely and efficiently as possible. Parking facilities will remain with gates lifted to allow free parking while snow clearing and hauling operations are underway.

The Borough of State College has a snow/ice ordinance that takes effect 24 hours after a snow event ends. This means snow and ice must be removed from the full length and width of public sidewalks and handicap-accessible ramps. Property owners are also responsible for maintaining a clear sidewalk and handicap-accessible ramps. Please do not push or blow snow back into the street at any time. For more information, please call (814) 234-7191.

Please note the following important reminders:

→ Trash and recycling: In residential areas, clear space for trash carts and recycling bins. Do not place containers in the street or on top of snow piles. Centre County Recycling and Refuse Authority will be delaying recycling collection one day. Monday's collection will now be collected on Tuesday, Tuesday's on Wednesday, and so on throughout the week.

For commercial trash collection, any routes not completed by the end of the day on Monday, January 26, will be caught up throughout the week. The remainder of the week’s service is not expected to be affected. Please ensure dumpsters are not blocked by snow piles to keep service moving.

→ Fire safety: Clear at least a 3-foot radius around fire hydrants to provide firefighters the space they need to work. Accessibility is critical should a fire occur. Snow-covered hydrants can cause dangerous delays when minutes matter.

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Calder Way Improvement Project Phase 2 Weekly Update

Due to the amount of snow that accumulated and the low temperatures, there will be no work done on Tuesday, January 27. The Borough is working diligently to remove snow along Calder Way for the contractors to work safely as well as the public to access safely. With no work being done Tuesday, there will be no fencing placed on site. Further communication will be given when fencing and site work is to begin.

Please remember that projects of this nature are fluid and often change, and they can be impacted by inclement weather.

Visit https://bit.ly/CalderWay, for updates and information about Phase 2 of the Calder Way Project.

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January 25, 2026, Snow Emergency Declaration

Winter Weather Information

Due to the upcoming winter weather, the Borough of State College would like to encourage the community to move vehicles off the streets on Saturday evening in preparation for the forecasted snowstorm. This will allow snowplow crews to safely and effectively clear roads at the immediate onset of the snow event.

When the snowfall totals reach 3 inches, the Borough of State College will declare a snow emergency, requiring parked vehicles to be removed from public roadways until the emergency is lifted.

Please note: Bulk and Brush collections will not take place on Monday, January 26. Anyone who has placed items out for collection is asked to move them away from the curb so the items don't interfere with snow removal.

Information on regular refuse/recycling collection will be provided on Monday.

As winter weather approaches, please keep this important information from Centre Region Ready

Important Winter Weather Information

As winter weather approaches, please keep this information from Centre Region Ready in mind.

Upcoming Travel Restrictions on Hill Alley Between South Gill Street and South Atherton Street

On Saturday, January 24, Sargent Electric will be occupying Hill Alley between South Gill Street and South Atherton Street for work replacing utility poles. Work will take place between 7:00 a.m. and 5:00 p.m. and will cause the entire street to be closed. Motorists and pedestrians are advised to use caution when traveling near work areas. Questions about this project may go directly to Sargent Electric by calling 412-228-8876.

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