Is snow clearing after a snow storm an essential service?

Is snow clearing after a snow storm an essential service?
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Depends on the city and the amount of snow and weather prediction. Personally, I like my city to do nothing and let people have a break from routine until it melts, since snow rarely lasts more than a day or two here.
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