Community Opposition
Residents of nearby City Island and other neighborhoods have long complained about the noise from live fire drills and loudspeakers that are operated by drill instructors. Complaints have been filed and there have been promises that the range will be reconfigured to make less noise. Additional concerns include pollution from lead bullets and explosives. Gun noise is now restricted from 9PM to 8AM. They may, however, detonate unexploded bombs at any time.
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