New Dedicated Left Turn Signal to Be Installed at Westwood's Washington/East/School Streets Intersection Next Fall

The Islington Center traffic light at the intersection of Westwood’s Washington, School, and East streets is expected to undergo a change next fall, when the Town of Westwood plans to install a dedicated left turn signal for southbound Washington Street traffic turning onto East Street, as a solution to complaints by residents of frustratingly long waits to make that left turn.

At the same time, the current left turn signal that exists in the opposite direction for northbound Washington Street traffic, turning left onto School Street, will be removed for safety reasons. Although the dedicated turn signal will be removed, the left turn will still be allowed.

The wait for installing the traffic signal change is because of the time necessary to get parts and equipment. It can take around 6 to 9 months, estimated consultant Ken Cram at Westwood Select Board’s remotely held meeting of December 9th.

No related changes to street markings on the roadways are contemplated. 

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