UWS Ice Cream Truck Noise Complaints as Seen Through a Decade of Data
Briefly

from West Side Rag1 month ago
In 2020, the number of complaints ballooned up to 42, marking a 320% increase from a mere average of 10 complaints in prior years.
West Side Raghttps://www.westsiderag.com/2024/08/28/uws-ice-cream-truck-noise-complaints-as-seen-through-10-years-of-data
By 2022, the Upper West Side recorded its most complaints with 44 noise reports, highlighting the pandemic's impact on residents' tolerance for ice cream truck sounds.
West Side Raghttps://www.westsiderag.com/2024/08/28/uws-ice-cream-truck-noise-complaints-as-seen-through-10-years-of-data
Interestingly, while 2023 saw a drop in noise complaints, continuing into the summer with just 17 reports, it indicates a potential return to normalcy.
West Side Raghttps://www.westsiderag.com/2024/08/28/uws-ice-cream-truck-noise-complaints-as-seen-through-10-years-of-data
The ice cream trucks, often associated with joy and treats for children, faced scrutiny during the pandemic, reflecting a complex dynamic between happiness and nuisance.
West Side Raghttps://www.westsiderag.com/2024/08/28/uws-ice-cream-truck-noise-complaints-as-seen-through-10-years-of-data
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