Brooklyn city councilmembers look to silence Navy Yard's noisy raves

Councilmembers Lincoln Restler and Crystal Hudson have sent a formal letter to the Brooklyn Navy Yard Development Corporation, urging an end to late-night warehouse parties. Residents from Brooklyn Heights to Greenpoint report that bass from these events rattles homes and disrupts sleep until dawn. The officials cited hundreds of complaints regarding excessive noise, trash, and traffic stemming from festivals like Kokofest and Tequilafest.

In response, Navy Yard President Lindsey Greene stated the corporation is listening to concerns and has implemented a noise hotline and new exit procedures. However, Restler argued these raves are inconsistent with the Yard's mission of manufacturing and job creation. The councilmembers, who hold board appointment power, warned they may take further action to discontinue the events if conditions do not improve.

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