CINNAMINSON, NJ – Residents of Cinnaminson have been negatively affected by loud boom parties from across the Delaware River for several years now and the local chief of police today said it is a ‘never ending battle’.
Residents of the Delaware River town are facing a noise problem due to “Boom Parties,” leading to complaints from the community originating from Philadelphia’s 15th Police District.
Cinnaminson Police Chief Richard Calabrese said, “While it may seem like a never-ending battle, I continue to hold the Philadelphia Police accountable for doing their job and am in constant communication with them so that we are not disturbed by their noise constantly.”
Calabrese also requests residents and visitors to his town follow the laws and ordinances of the area, including the noise ordinance, to ensure everyone’s well-being.
As per the ordinance, personal or commercial vehicular music amplification or reproduction equipment shall not be operated in a way that is audible at a residential property line between the hours of 10:00 p.m. and 8:00 a.m.
He also urged people to be courteous to their neighbors, as everyone has the right to feel secure in their homes and enjoy peace. It is crucial to remember that not everyone has a 9-5 work schedule or older children who require a full night’s rest.
The sound from the Philadelphia boom parties travel across the Delaware River into neighboring New Jersey communities at all hours of the night, residents complained. On days with low cloud cover, the sound echos off the clouds, making the problem even worse.