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Residents say dangerous driving near Costco and Starbucks; council says engineering and police are addressing it
Summary
A Bayonne resident presented video evidence of vehicles driving against traffic in a commercial entrance near Costco and Starbucks, urging immediate safety fixes. Council members acknowledged the problem, said engineering staffing was briefly disrupted, and pledged follow‑up and implementation planning.
A Bayonne resident told the City Council on Sept. 17 that drivers are repeatedly using an eastbound lane to reach a traffic light, creating head‑on and cut‑through maneuvers that make the intersection hazardous. The resident said he had recorded video and repeatedly contacted city engineering and police without seeing adequate remediation.
Why it matters: councilors said the site is a known safety concern tied to…
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