Dear Gripe Vine Readers:
Several weeks ago, Gripe Vine published a letter from a disgruntled reader who complained of heavy commercial traffic on Canton Street. My response indicated I had contacted Councilwoman Robin Watts Hamilton who represents your district for help with this problem.
Today, I have good news! Councilwoman Hamilton followed up with this complaint and provided Gripe Vine with this reply, “I spoke with Sgt. Joseph D’Amoto of the West Haven Police Department’s Traffic Division. He told me he will post No Thru Truck Traffic signs on Canton Street. I have been in contact with the individual who lives on Canton Street to keep him updated.”
Thank you, Councilwoman Hamilton,
Dear Eleanore Turkington:
There are potholes on Ardale, Dix and Eaton Streets that need repair. These are on the ends of each street.
Ardale Street Resident
Dear Ardale Street Resident:
Gripe Vine has notified your District Councilwoman Bridgette Hoskie of your complaint. Her reply, “I have reached out to Public Works. I’ll let you know when I hear back.” Councilwoman Hoskie’s reply was date July 19. Please inform Gripe Vine when these potholes were repaired.
Dear Gripe Vine Readers:
I received complaints from readers who had occasion to use the portable toilet facilities that were recently placed on the Green. Their gripes were numerous and quite honestly, disgusting in their description of these facilities.
If my readers experienced these same conditions, please email me at gripevine4wh@aol.com or drop me a note to Gripe Vine c/o West Haven Voice, 666 Savin Ave.
Dear Eleanore Turkington:
There are several large holes in a row on Maltby Avenue. Maybe their vehicles hover over the holes or they ignore their responsibilities to tax taxpayers. There is another large hole on Maltby Avenue at the intersection with Timberland Drive. Hazardous driving and walking conditions are here for there are no sidewalks on Maltby Avenue. It is also dangerous for kids or others riding bikes in the neighborhood of mothers with strollers.
MA Potholes
Dear MA Potholes:
I heard from Councilwoman Robbin Watt Hamilton. “ I will forward this to the Commissioner of Public Works. I am confident it will be addressed.”
Thank you, Councilwoman Hamilton.
Dear Gripe Vine Readers:
I have received numerous inquiries on the new plastic bag law. Next week, I will have complete information for you, when it becomes law, what to do at the cashier’s counter and much more.
You can send your gripes, comments and issues to gripevine4wh@aol.com or mail them to me c/o West Haven Voice, 666 Savin Ave. Please be sure to include your name, address and phone number, kept strictly confidential with me. You can also submit through our online form.