Alert — and civic-minded — “06880” reader Bob Weingarten writes:
Early yesterday morning, I saw that a stop sign at Hillandale Road and Morningside Drive South was on the ground. It must have been knacked down during the night.
Rather then wait until it was repaired, I followed the adage, “If you see something, say something.”
Down — but not for long. (Photo/Bob Weingarten)
I called Joe Izzo of the Public Works Department at about 8:30, and left a message.
By early afternoon, the sign was back up.
I want to compliment the town for their rapid service, in this potential hazard situation.
PS “If you see something, say something” is something every Westporter should follow.
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Thanks bob for calling it in our Dpw joe and all there staff work wonders just call if you see something call dpw selectman’s office all of our town staff do a wonderful job joe thank you
A downed stop sign is an accident waiting to happen. Good job, but why not try to prop it back up and / or call WPD so they could come out immediately to at least place a stop sign cone in the intersection? Not sure leaving a voicemail and hoping for the best was the answer.
I called Joe Izzo on a drainage issue Joe called me back promptly and explained the situation and what a possible solution might be. The sidewalk crew on Whitney has done a great job keeping the traffic moving and making the street more friendly to pedestrians. Joe is very helpful and forthright. Joe and his staff do a great Jon on town. Corey is a super nice person