Hoping to stave off motorists that use their street to avoid traffic lights on Country Road 39, 13 Dale Street residents have petitioned the Southampton Village Board to close the northern end of their block. Citing safety concerns and and a desire "to see [the street] return to what it was," the group is hoping to accomplish what digital speed indicators and extra police have been unable to. Unsurprisingly, some members of neighborhood have come out against the request. In letters to the village board, two long-time residents said closing the street would hinder access to emergency vehicles and maintenance crews. [27 East]
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