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Commission seeks stricter permitting and enforcement after ongoing disturbances at Beaverbrook Park
Summary
Commissioner raised resident complaints about a permitted league at Beaverbrook Park involving loud music, drinking and fights; staff described steps taken and proposed permit rule changes and increased coordination with Worcester PD and private-property owners.
Commissioner Turner, speaking as both a commissioner and a resident, asked the Parks and Recreation Commission on Sept. 18 to consider tightening sports-league permitting and enforcement after repeated disturbances tied to a permitted league at Beaverbrook Park. Turner told the commission the league’s activities have included loud music, drinking, fighting and people playing cards into the evening, and that one park security officer is insufficient to manage groups of 50–60 people.
Assistant Commissioner Rob said Parks staff have taken operational…
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