MAILBOXES AND RIGHT OF WAY

Mailboxes should be in good repair before the start of the winter season. The Tow n of New Milford Highway Department will only be responsible for damage done physically from the snowplow and not from the snow coming off of the plow. The Federal requirements and instructions on where and how to place your mailbox is available from the Post Office or the Department of Public Works. Mailboxes will be evaluated before the season begins to note any in disrepair that might become a potential hazard for the route driver. YOU CAN HELP by inspecting your mailbox for disrepair and safety hazards. 

Anything located in the Town’s ROW should be removed before the first snow fall. This includes any sports equipment (portable basketball hoops, goals, nets etc) leaves, vehicles and any other items not allowed in the ROW. The Town of New Milford is not responsible for any damage from flying snow or plows resulting from unlawful items being in the Right of Way. Any or all of these items require a ROW use permit from the Engineering Department to be in compliance.

Questions concerning the placement of your mailbox or other personal property can be directed to the Department of Public Works at 860-355-6040.