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Council approves multiple loudspeaker permits, tables Off the Hook request pending clarification
Summary
Council approved several loudspeaker permits for summer events (Cattoopalooza, fairgrounds, veterans club, Spike Dailey’s and Gospel Church) but tabled a walk‑in request from Off the Hook pending clarification about boardwalk tenant restrictions and potential exemptions. Mayor noted an existing condition restricting boardwalk tenants from outside loudspeakers during music on the pier.
The Common Council reviewed and mostly approved a series of loudspeaker permit requests for summer events, including Cattoopalooza (Aug. 8–10 at the Chautauqua County Fairgrounds), a Gospel Church worship night (Sept. 5 at Memorial Park), the Dunkirk Veterans Club WWII band (July 12) and a performance at Spike Dailey’s (Aug. 9). Council moved and carried to refer or approve each item subject to appropriate insurance and conditions.
A walk‑in request from Kelly Espersen for repeated outdoor music at Off the Hook (June–Oct. 2025) was tabled pending clarification after Mayor Wdowiasz reminded the council that 'all of the boardwalk tenants should know they are not allowed to have music or loudspeakers outside during music on the pier' and Police Captain Switzer noted an exemption would have to be checked. Councilmember Luczkowiak asked staff to seek clarification from the applicant.
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