What’s missing from this scene? Many say that a new sign for Magoun Square is a “must have” item in the near future. – Photo by Bobbie Toner

By Harry Kane

During the last Alderman meeting on Jan. 23, Ward 5 Alderman Sean O’Donovan reported the need for a new sign in Magoun Square.

The location of the sign is a decision that has yet to be determined.

In the past, a wooden sign stood in a small plaza-area near the CVS.

“Magoun has had a few signs in the past,” O’Donovan said. “They’ve unfortunately been damaged or vandalized.”

It is possible that the sign was damaged during snowstorms, according to O’Donovan.

Part of the problem, explained O’Donovan, is the location to place the new sign.

The islands in Magoun Square are not appropriate for the new sign, said O’Donovan. One of the islands has been removed and the other one is too small.

Also under discussion, are the material components used to make the new Magoun Square sign.

“Apparently they might be able to do a wooden sign that will be composite,” he said.

Alderman O’Donovan has recently submitted a request to the Commissioner of Public Works for a sign in Magoun Square to showcase the area.

“A lot of people would like a square sign put back up,” O’Donovan said.

At this point, the location of the sign, and whether the sign is wooden, a composite or metallic, are decisions pending further discussion.

Alderman O’Donovan said his hope is to have the new sign installed by March 15.