THE EVERETT ADVOCATE – FRIDAY, OCTOBER 15, 2021 Page 5 City Council approves $1.5M for traffic calming measures T By Christopher Roberson he City Council, during its October 12 meeting, voted unanimously to invest $1.5 million in the ongoing effort to eliminate speeding in the city. Within the total figure, $1.3 million will be used for raised crosswalks with the remaining $200,000 being used for temporary speed bumps and radar speed read-back signs. Transportation Planner Jay Monty said the work would be done during the next two years. Councillor-at-Large John Hanlon asked if there is a way to make the speed bumps smoother. “If you’re going the wrong speed, you’re going to wind up on Jupiter,” he said. However, Monty said the sharp incline and decline is necessary to have the desired effect. “To control vehicle speeds, you have to make it really uncomfortable,” he said, adding that Everett’s construction standards for speed bumps were modeled after those used in Cambridge. Councillor-at-Large Richard Dell Isola said a raised crosswalk is needed at the intersection of Griswold and Woodlawn Streets. “We did put speed traps out there but they’re not working,” he said. In response, Monty said the location of storm drains is critical when installing speed bumps. “When you build one of these things, you’re basically putting a dam in the middle of the road,” he said. Ward 2 Councillor Stephanie Martins asked if a speed bump could be installed in front of Messenger Insurance on BroadIn recognition of their ongoing efforts to rescue abandoned or abused animals, the City Council, during its October 12 meeting, awarded citations to Melissa Doherty-Guevin, owner of The Dogmother, Lisa Cutting, owner of Oceanview Kennel, Animal Rescue volunteer Carole Pollastrone and Laurie Stathopoulos, owner of Salem Saves Animals. (Advocate Photo by Christopher Roberson) way. Monty said that although it is “frowned upon” to install speed bumps on major traffic arteries, other traffic calming meaCITY COUNCIL | SEE PAGE 25 ~ LETTER TO THE EDITOR ~ General Election ‘critical for Everett’ The election on November 2 is critical for Everett, a progressive and diverse city that continues to thrive under the leadership of Mayor Carlo DeMaria. The mayor knows this city, has led this city; he brings results to this city. Look around us. The enhancements to our resources, industry, transportation and real estate are undeniable. These things come about by quarterbacking, not Monday morning quarterbacking. In uncertain times, I want an experienced leader, one that is both tested and prepared. We can’t afford to be fumbling around in the dark without a flashlight. Carlo DeMaria for four more years. Sincerely, Joseph Merrullo
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