Update on Malden St Revere Safety Concerns: 2023 Accident Data Analysis
Dear community members,
The safety of our Malden St continues to be a pressing concern, especially given its proximity to our local schools. Our children and community members face daily risks due to the ongoing traffic issues.
**Recent Data**: Since January 2022, there have been 23 reported accidents on Malden St. Alarmingly, 11 of these occurred within just 500 ft of Vinny's, marking a critical area that requires our immediate attention.
**Accident Patterns**: These accidents have been occurring consistently at different times and days, making it evident that this is a chronic issue rather than sporadic events.
**Factors Contributing**: The design of Malden St with its slight curves, coupled with the speed/inattention of drivers, have been significant contributors to these accidents. The presence of speed warning signs at high-incident zones indicates the city's awareness. However, merely depending on drivers' discretion for speed control has shown to be ineffective.
**Strategic Recommendations**:
1. **Engineering Controls**: In line with the Hierarchy of Controls, engineering interventions are crucial. We recommend the installation of high-profile speed tables, especially between South St and Conant St, and between Augustus St and Keayne St.
2. **Crosswalk Safety**: The safety of crosswalks, especially near Vinny's market on Malden St and Newhall St, needs enhancement, possibly through illuminated signage or lights.
3. **Speed Limit Consistency**: Current inconsistencies in speed limit signage are problematic. We propose a uniform 20 mph speed limit for the entirety of Malden St, considering the two schools and a church in the vicinity.
4. **Lane Adjustments**: The disparity in lane widths, particularly due to parked vehicles on one side, requires an adjustment to the centerline to reduce side-swipe incidents.
5. **Three-way Stop Sign at Vinny's**: Given the repeated accidents near Vinny's, we advocate for the introduction of a three-way stop sign at this location to manage traffic and enhance safety.
For more discussions and to stay updated, join our Facebook group:
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Additionally, we urge the community to extend support to Gina Pennachio, a recent accident victim, by contributing or sharing her GoFundMe page:
Your active participation, observations, and suggestions are invaluable. Together, we can make Malden St safer for everyone.
Best regards,
John