Cars blasting music as they cruise through Providence neighborhoods are one of the most troublesome aspects of living in urban Rhode Island. Quality of life suffers through interrupted sleep, inability to converse, listen to music of our own choosing, or just relax in the quiet of our homes. Driving with sound systems at high volumes is also against the law. Right now, there is a fine for drivers caught blasting their music, but there is no way to track repeat offenders or force collection of these fines.

We are seeking to mitigate this problem. We have been working with the Providence Police and the Providence City Council to amend the noise ordinance by changing how this law is enforced. This would entail a better tracking system to catch repeat offenders, and increasing fines, possibly leading to the loss of their licenses or use of vehicles, which may be booted, towed, or impounded till fines and fees are paid.

Excessive noise from enhanced sound systems and radios at full volume has gone on for years with no solution. If you agree that stronger measures are needed to resolve this problem, please sign this petition. Thanks for your support.