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Downtown business raises noise concerns about food-truck generator; council discusses code options
Summary
A downtown business owner told the council a food-truck generator produced sustained noise measured around 80 decibels in nearby parking areas and asked the city to review options. Councilors noted Stayton's noise ordinance lacks daytime decibel thresholds and suggested staff explore code updates and enforcement options.
A downtown business owner raised concerns about a food-truck generator that he said produces sustained, intrusive noise that affects nearby businesses and residences.
James Taylor described measuring the generator with a decibel meter and said readings reached "80 decibels in our parking lot," a level he said was above Marion County guidance for daytime hours. Taylor said the noise is a persistent drone during morning hours and that it is disruptive to employees and customers.
Councilors and staff noted differences between county and city noise rules. Staff said Stayton’s current noise ordinance does not specify daytime decibel thresholds and primarily addresses loud, annoying noises during restricted nighttime hours (10 p.m. to 7 a.m.). Councilors asked staff to review the mobile food‑truck rules and the noise code and return with recommendations about enforcement and potential code changes.
The food-truck operator has been engaged by councilmembers and staff; council emphasized outreach and education while also noting enforcement options if noise persists.
