Longtime Summit County family celebrates 50th anniversary of Snowbridge, a business with a storied past

July 10, 2026 - 19:34

As kids, Bill and Chris Tatro spent summers and days after school doing one of the least glamorous jobs imaginable. Along with their youngest brother Ty, they would suit up in protective gear, line up dozens of heavy wooden pallets, and get to work with a staple gun. Their task was simple but tedious: repair and rebuild the aging snow fences that dotted the hillsides around their family's property. It was hard, dirty work, but it taught them the value of showing up and getting the job done.

That work ethic has paid off. This year, the Tatro family is celebrating five decades of Snowbridge, a business that has become a quiet landmark in Summit County. What started as a small operation has grown into a staple of the local community, known for its reliable service and deep roots in the area. The company's story is not just about snow removal and property maintenance. It is a tale of resilience, family loyalty, and a bit of local lore.

The business itself has a storied past. Long before the Tatro family took over, the property had a different life. Old-timers still recall when the land was used for a roadside attraction or a simple trading post. Over the years, the buildings and the land changed hands, but the location always seemed to draw people in. When the Tatros acquired it, they transformed it into a family-run enterprise that would outlast the fads and changes of the surrounding area.

Today, Bill and Chris run the day-to-day operations, while Ty handles the heavy equipment. They still remember those early days of stapling fence slats, but now they oversee a fleet of plows and a crew that keeps driveways and parking lots clear through the harshest winters. For the family, the 50th anniversary is not just a milestone for the business. It is a celebration of their parents' vision and the stubborn determination that kept the doors open through lean years and heavy snowfalls alike.