The blog shares widespread community frustration over noisy vehicles and highlights support for automated noise enforcement. While residents and leaders see the need for action, legal and political barriers remain. The author urges citizens to advocate for stronger noise control measures.

This QC Close-Up conversation explored how a Florida community is tackling noise and pollution from illegal modified mufflers. Our guests, Quiet Streets Program Chair and registered nurse Mary Tatigian and Lt. Dave Bruening from the Collier County Sheriff’s Office, shared the steps their community is taking to address harmful noise.

The blog discusses how loud cars and motorcycles create significant health and quality-of-life problems in St. Paul. The author argues that traditional noise enforcement is ineffective and suggests using automated noise cameras—already used in other cities—to ticket noisy vehicles, urging local leaders and residents to consider this solution.

News clip covers the Collier County Noise Task Force and its efforts to curb modified mufflers in the county.

News segment details the Southwest Florida Noise Task Force and its efforts to crack down on modified muffler noise in the state.