Discussion Of 'Boom Parties' In Cinnaminson Continues Thursday

CINNAMINSON, NJ — The discussion on the noise nuisance South Jersey residents face due to “boom parties” taking place in Philadelphia continues Thursday night.

A virtual town hall to discuss vehicle boom nuisance parties plaguing neighborhoods along the Delaware River takes place from 6 p.m. to 7 p.m. Thursday night, Cinnaminson police announced on Monday.

Residents can watch and participate in the meeting by clicking on one of the following links:https://www.facebook.com/groups/927207163999837 or https://www.facebook.com/events/301302888077119.

Residents can also share their concerns before the scheduled meeting by emailing Dan Martino at DMartino@pahouse.net.

“Boom parties” have plagued much of South Jersey, including Cinnaminson, for the better part of three years. The term describes parties in which people on undeveloped land in the Philadelphia area use large speakers for their parties. The speakers, which produce 175 decibels of sound, are mounted on cars. The noise travels across the river and impacts 100 square miles of South Jersey, including Cinnaminson, Palmyra, Delran, Pennsauken, Oaklyn, Westville, Collingswood and Gloucester City.

However, I-95 is blocking the noise in Philadelphia. As a result, it is undetectable across the bridge. Authorities in Philadelphia have been working with authorities and residents in South Jersey to bring calm to these neighborhoods. Read more here: 3 Years Of Noise: 'Boom Parties' Disrupt Life In Cinnaminson Area

People impacted by the noise, which rattles the floors and windows of certain residences, voice their concerns in the Inconsiderate Late Night Philly Music Facebook group.

“For South Jersey residents, sending an email to your local police and elected borough and/or town officials, which includes the link to the upcoming meeting on April 15, is a good move,” one member recommended. “I just did in Collingswood and the response was positive. Best not to assume our local police and elected officials are spending a lot of time on Facebook.”

Another recommended calling the local police department when they hear the noise, as well as the Philadelphia Noise Line at 215-418-0265. Philadelphia police and local police have worked together to try to fix the issue, and regularly speak with residents about what can be done and what law enforcement is doing. Read more here: Cinnaminson Residents To Discuss ‘Boom Parties’ Virtually