Why Planning Ahead is Essential
If you’ve ever managed snow and ice removal operations, you know that most of the preparation happens long before winter officially arrives. While summer may have been spent researching the latest snow removal equipment and technologies, having the right tools is just one part of the equation. Have you also planned how to prepare your community for the challenges of winter weather?
Snow and ice removal is a race against the clock, and communities depend on you to ensure they can safely navigate the roads no matter how much snow falls or how low temperatures drop. To successfully manage severe weather or emergency events, fast, accurate, and frequent communication is critical.
That’s where we come in. At Capital Strategic Solutions (CSS), our goal is to help you stay ahead of the storm—even when the weather hits during the overnight hours.
Turning Awareness into Action
At CSS, we specialize in developing public awareness campaigns that empower communities to take action. We collaborate with municipal agencies to create preparation toolkits tailored to the specific needs of each community. By preparing early, you’ll be equipped to make informed decisions and deliver timely, effective messages that resonate with diverse audiences, including those with varying functional needs.
Here’s what our communications toolkits include:
- Key Messaging – Clear, concise points that convey the most critical information to your audience.
- Fact Sheets – Accessible, easy-to-understand documents that provide essential information for the public.
- Presentation Templates – Ready-made PowerPoint slides and graphic displays to enhance community outreach.
- Social Media Toolkits – Pre-designed social media posts to simplify outreach and reduce pressure during high-demand periods.
Supporting Your Winter Preparedness
Our communications toolkits are designed to help you manage messaging before, during, and after winter storm events. Key focus areas include:
- Declaring winter snow events.
- Communicating winter parking bans.
- Explaining snow and ice removal operations.
- Sharing tips for safe driving during hazardous conditions.
- Providing guidance on winterizing homes and vehicles.
- Encouraging residents to heed advice from emergency officials.
- Promoting emergency plans and kits.
- Encouraging opt-ins to emergency notification systems.
We’re Here to Help
Our team at CSS provides the tools and support you need to manage effective communications during winter weather events. Let us partner with you to ensure your community is prepared, informed, and safe.
Contact us at [email protected] or call 508-690-0046 to discuss how we can assist you this winter.