Duluth Opens Contest to Name City Snowplows
A contest is open for submissions to name snowplows in Duluth.

Duluth Superior, MN, October 12, 2026 — The city of Duluth has announced an open contest inviting residents to submit names for its fleet of snowplows. This initiative aims to engage the community in a unique way as the winter season approaches.
The opportunity to contribute to the naming of the city’s essential winter service vehicles is now available to the public. Details regarding the specific start and end dates for submissions have not been provided. Information on how to submit names, such as through a city website portal or by mail, was also not specified.
Typically, such contests are organized by municipal departments responsible for public works or transportation to foster a sense of local pride and connection to city services. The exact department organizing this particular snowplow naming contest has not been disclosed.
Naming conventions for public service vehicles can vary widely. Past examples from other municipalities have seen themes ranging from popular culture references to wordplay related to weather. The criteria for acceptable names in the Duluth contest, and whether any particular themes are encouraged or discouraged, have not yet been released.
It is common for contests of this nature to include a review process by a committee or officials, followed by the announcement of winning names. However, any specifics regarding the selection process, potential prizes for successful submissions, or the number of names that will be chosen for the snowplows are currently unavailable. Residents interested in participating are advised to look for further announcements from the city of Duluth for complete details on how to submit their entries and the timeline for the contest.
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