In Southampton Town, trimming topiaries is defined as a construction activity, worthy of being exempt from noise restrictions.
I would wish our elected representatives to endure an entire day being bombarded with noise averaging 80 decibels so they may come to the sane conclusion that the needs of absentee property owners and the landscaping industry be met by quieter equipment and the rest of the populace be able to function within their homes.
Roni Detoledo
Bridgehampton
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