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Pecos council adopts ordinance banning engine brakes on city routes
5078164 · June 25, 2025
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Summary
The council approved the second reading of an ordinance prohibiting use of engine brakes (Jake brakes) within city limits after hearing from council members and local business owners who said noise from trucks along Highway 285 is a nuisance to nearby hotels and restaurants.
Pecos City Council on Jan. 24 approved the second reading of an ordinance that prohibits the use of engine brakes within city limits.
Councilmember Hector Proscopy introduced the item, citing complaints from residents and business owners…
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