COCOA BEACH, Fla. — Cocoa Beach commissioners Thursday night are discussing a controversial noise ordinance proposal.
What You Need To Know
- A new proposed noise ordinance would replace one that's been in effect since the 1960s
- The goal of commissioner is to find balance between a thriving downtown and keeping residents who want a peaceful place to live, happy
- The issue will be discussed at a Thursday night meeting
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The idea isn't sitting well with several local businesses, but some residents are in favor of it.
The sound is music from bands playing in outdoor areas at nearby establishments.
A new proposed noise ordinance would replace one that's been in effect since the 1960s.
Complaints from some local residents have city commissioners deciding whether to move up stop times for music from 11 p.m. to 9 p.m. Sunday through Thursday.
Marilyn Moleski and Nancy Abbott have been friends for years and both have lived just a short distance away from downtown Cocoa Beach.
They enjoy the laid back beach life, but lately, evenings have been much louder.
"It's the bass or the drums, they go, 'boom, boom, boom.' The sound really travels," Moleski said.
The goal of commissioner is to find balance between a thriving downtown and keeping residents who want a peaceful place to live, happy.
Commissioners are meeting Thursday night for a first reading and public input on the ordinance.