Mona Dwyer Helterline

The amendment establishes standards for limited recurring outdoor entertainment, traditional in a summer resort, ensuring the Town of New Shoreham is informed in advance and can take precautions for orderliness, safety, pedestrian traffic, and noise levels. It defines outdoor entertainment, sets location and sound projection limits, and specifies exceptions for religious events and special events. The amendment requires a license for outdoor entertainment, outlines application procedures, fees, and renewal conditions, and mandates public notifications. It restricts outdoor entertainment hours and requires compliance with town ordinances, cooperation with noise data collection, and specifies penalties for violations, including fines and potential license revocation.

The New Shoreham 2016 Comprehensive Plan outlines a vision for guiding growth and change on Block Island through proactive planning and responsible stewardship, ensuring the sustainability of the community and protection of its resources. Key focus areas include safeguarding historic and cultural resources, preserving natural resources, enhancing recreation and conservation areas, managing the Great Salt Pond, addressing housing needs, fostering economic development, improving transportation, and building resilience to natural hazards and climate change. The plan emphasizes maintaining a vibrant year-round community, strengthening local governance, and engaging future generations, all while upholding the island's strong community cohesion.