THE REVERE ADVOCATE – FRIDAY, OCTOBER 21, 2022 Page 3 City Council requests funding for Ward 6 traffic study By Adam Swift T raffi c issues in the Ward 6 neighborhoods between Squire Road and Malden Street continue to be a hot-button topic in the city. At Monday night’s meeting, the City Council voted to request Mayor Brian Arrigo to authorize a $25,000 traffi c study of the side streets along Squire Road from Washington Avenue to Broadway. The traffi c study stems from a decision the Traffi c Commission made in August to institute a 60-day trial changing the directions of one-way traffic on Sigourney Street and Derby Road to help ease traffi c issues on those streets. In the wake of that decision, there has been a ripple effect increasing traffic to and from Squire Road on the other residential streets in the neighborhood. “The Traffi c Commission, after hearing from residents, asked that I seek funding from the council in the amount of $25,000,” said Ward 6 Councillor Richard Serino. Serino said Traffic Commission Chair Paul Argenzio did some research with traffi c engineers to arrive at that ballpark fi gure for the study. “Ultimately, the goal is to create a traffi c mitigation strategy for the entire neighborhood that works not only for the residents of Sigourney Street and Derby Road, but also just as importantly, for the residents of Augustus Street, Gore Road, Grover Street and Charger Street,” said Serino. Ward 3 Councillor Anthony Cogliandro cosponsored the motion calling for the traffic study, since some of the side streets heading toward Broadway are in his ward. “I don’t know what the answer is to provide relief for everybody, but I don’t like to provide relief to one person and then have another person on another street have issues,” said Cogliandro. “I’m not a traffi c engineer, but I think this is the right answer for now and, hopefully, we can come up with something that makes everyBBB Tip: Celebrate Halloween on a budget one happy.” The 60-day trial period for Derby and Sigourney is scheduled to end on Nov. 1. The Traffi c Commission was expected to discuss next steps on either reverting to the original traffi c patterns or keeping the changes at its meeting scheduled for Thursday. At Monday’s City Council meeting, several residents discussed the impact the changes have had on them and their streets. Gennaro Cataldo, who owns homes on Augustus Street and Derby Road, spoke for a number of residents who have been impacted by the ripple effect since the direction changes took effect in September. Cataldo asked the City Council to amend its motion to make the study funding contingent on the Traffi c Commission reverting to the original traffic patterns. Serino noted that it is up to the Traffi c Commission, and not the City CounFUNDING | SEE Page 5 OurOur 50th Anniversarynniversar Dan 1972 R.Y.O. TOBACCO ---------TUBES CIGAR SMOKER’S DELIGHT! C onsumers are gearing up to celebrate Halloween. The National Retail Federation expects people will spend $10.6 billion, up from $10.1 billion in 2021. Among Halloween celebrants, 67 percent plan to buy candy, 51 percent plan to purchase decorations, and 47 percent will get costumes. Those numbers can seem daunting for a single day, especially when watching the family budget. However, there are ways to keep the fun stylish and on budget. Better Business Bureau recommends the following tips this Halloween: Look around your home Check your closet. There are probably hidden surprises to help you throw together a killer costume! Getting creative will not only help save money but will save space, too. Rent a costume If the idea of spending money on buying a costume isn't quite appealing because you will only wear it once, consider renting. Renting a costume leaves room in the budget. Research rental companies on BBB.org, check the store policy regarding trying on costumes, inspect the condition of the outfi t, and read the rental agreement carefully before signing anything. Buy in bulk It may seem counter-intuitive, but buying more can save you money! Buying in bulk lessens the cost per item. Budgeting can be especially handy on a night like Halloween, especially considering that there might be more trick-or-treaters this year. Factory-wrapped candy will last a long time, even if you have leftHALLOWEEN | SEE Page 15 15 Handmade Cigars - Long Leaf Filler - Four Year Old Tobacco Wrapped including a Cohiba $43.95 We Sell Cigars & Accessories Buy Cigars by the Box & SAVE! Competitive prices on all Brands, Great Selection Welcome Our New Neighbor! LATINO MEAT MARKET OPENING SOON! * Travel Humidors * Desk Top Humidors * Many Types of Lighters * Ash Trays * Juuls * Vapes * Glass Pipes * Rewards Program * CBD Infused Products * GIFTS UNDER $30 - GIFT CERTIFICATES A.B.C. CIGAR 170 REVERE ST., REVERE (781) 289-4959 STORE HOURS: Monday - Saturday: 8:00 AM - 7:00 PM Sunday & Holidays: 8:00 AM - 6:00 PM Chris 2022
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