The following is an ‘Ask The Mayor’ question submitted to TLS, and the Mayor’s response. Email your questions for the Mayor to [email protected].

Question:

Dear Mayor,

I’m writing to express my concern about the traffic situation at the intersection of Washington Avenue and Pine Street. The conditions there have become increasingly dangerous, and it feels like an accident is just waiting to happen.

I drive through that area several times a day, and making a left turn from either direction—whether from Washington onto Pine or from Pine onto Washington—is extremely difficult and often unsafe. Cars come quickly, visibility is limited, and it’s nearly impossible to turn without feeling like another vehicle might hit you.

I hope that a traffic light or another safety measure can be installed soon. The current setup puts drivers at real risk, and improving it would make a meaningful difference for everyone who uses those roads.

Thank you for your ongoing efforts to keep our community safe.

Sincerely,

Sara G

Response from Mayor Coles:

Good morning

We are widening that stretch of Pine and will be adding traffic lights. I’m hoping most of the work will be done this coming spring and summer.

Thanks for reaching out

Ray

Question:

Dear Mayor,

I am writing to request the installation of a street light at the corner of Sunset and James.

This intersection sees a high volume of pedestrian traffic and is currently very dark at night, which poses a significant safety concern for the community.

Thank you for your assistance with this matter.

Best regards,

Moshe
Response from Mayor Coles:

Thanks Moshe

I’ll ask the engineers to contact the county, as this is their road and requires their buy in

Stay warm

Ray

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