WESTBOROUGH — Amid a town-wide discussion about the proposed “peanut-shaped” redesign of the rotary, many residents have called for short-term fixes to address safety concerns downtown. Some residents have asked for more traffic enforcement.
With speeding, aggressive driving, failures to yield, and distracted driving occurring in the high-traffic downtown, the Westborough Police Department is increasing its presence.
“The Westborough Police Department plays an important role in enhancing safety around the rotary because we are responsible for helping ensure that all users of the roadway — motorists, pedestrians, cyclists, and nearby businesses — can travel safely through one of the busiest traffic areas in town,” said Police Chief Todd Minardi…