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Board discusses drone complaints, directs staff to draft reply and consider law-enforcement work session
Summary
Trustees discussed a citizen complaint about drone activity and privacy/noise concerns; staff and the marshal's office said municipal authority is limited and existing noise or harassment laws may apply; board asked staff to draft a response and consider a work session with law enforcement.
The Board of Trustees reviewed a citizen letter raising concerns about drone noise and potential privacy and harassment issues. Staff and the marshal's office advised that municipalities have limited authority over airspace and that the matter may involve federal rules and First Amendment considerations; however, existing local noise, privacy, or harassment laws could be applied in particular cases.
Trustees asked staff to draft a reply to the complainant outlining the town’s enforcement limitations and relevant local ordinances, and discussed holding a work session with law enforcement to clarify enforcement options. The board did not adopt any new ordinance but signaled willingness to gather legal references and law-enforcement guidance for the next meeting.
