September
2006
Roslindale Issues
I’ve decided to add a new category: Roslindale Issues. This is my neighborhood and I love it, but there are many areas that could be improved. I’ll be using this category to write about my feelings about Roslindale, good and bad. Here’s a pet peeve: The light at the corner of South Street and Washington (where the one way South Street empties onto Washington). The light coming off South St. is way too long and there is a “No Turn on Red” sign. Too often I have sat waiting for a green when there is NO traffic coming up from Forest Hills. I’ve heard that some people ignore the “No Turn on Red” and just turn anyway. Removing the “No Turn on Red” sign would alleviate a lot of long lines on South Street. (Another option is a flashing yellow/red light at that intersection.)
Personally, I think the “no turn on red” sign is merely advisory. It is more of a interesting suggestion to consider than a mandate.