Residents near the Fairgrounds community building are voicing concerns over the enforcement of noise ordinances, as private parties held at the venue have reportedly disrupted the peace in the neighborhood. One resident, who lives directly across from the building, highlighted the issue during a recent government meeting, stating that the facility has been rented out for private events every weekend, often featuring loud music that continues past midnight.

The resident detailed their frustrations, noting that they have filed nine noise complaints with the police over the past three weeks. Conversations with law enforcement revealed that the parties were granted noise permits, which the resident argues contradict the rental agreement stipulating that noise should not be audible outside the building.

According to the resident, the conditions for obtaining a noise permit, as outlined in Chapter 9.44 of the Town Ordinances, include requirements that the noise be temporary, that no reasonable alternatives exist, and that denying the permit would cause undue hardship. The resident questioned how these criteria were met, particularly when the noise from the parties exceeds the limits set for other public events, such as the rodeo and performances at the Center for the Arts.

Additionally, the resident pointed out that the noise permit mandates that organizers notify nearby residents of the event and take measures to minimize noise complaints, yet they reported never receiving such notifications. The resident's concerns reflect a broader issue of inconsistent application of noise regulations, raising questions about the management of community resources and the impact of private events on local residents.