The city of St. Louis Park is once again inviting its residents to showcase their wit and wordplay in the beloved annual snowplow naming contest. Starting from September 13th, locals have been submitting names that bring a dash of humor to an otherwise chilly and monotonous winter task. According to an announcement from the city, residents have until October 4th to get their cleverest ideas in, with the top 10 selected by public works staff facing a community vote later in the month.
The contest offers a whimsical respite from the daily grind. The chosen names from last year, including "Plowy McPlowFace" and "Sleetwood Mac," have set a high bar for creativity. Interested participants can throw their puns into the ring on the St. Louis Park website where the submissions will be accepted up until October 4 at 11:59 P.M. Residents are eager to see what "snow-tastic" names will emerge this time around.
Once the staff has sifted through the suggestions, online voting will become available from October 21st through November 1st. The city's choices will no doubt reflect the sort of communal joy that can often be found in the simple yet shared experiences of local governance. The name with the most community backing will make its debut in early December, according to the official city bulletin.
The contest also comes with perks for the winners who can choose to commemorate their victory by taking a photo with the plow and crew, exploring the Municipal Service Center, or even riding in the snowplow.
