Re: [LincolnTalk] Looking for support for Decordova and Pierce House noise management

[Donald seckler via Lincoln]

For many years the DeCordova had an “ al fresco” music series featuring remarkable jazz groups, and drawing a modest, calm, musically literate, and diverse group for beautiful summer afternoons. The Museum actually invested substantial money in upgrading the music “shell” and amphitheater seating. Then, with  no notice or explanation, the series was terminated. No one seemed to know what happened. The site was bulldozed. The invested capital and good will was abandoned. Eventually it was said that the series was stopped “at the request of the neighbors.” There must be some clear path to holding venues responsible for acceptable sound levels without pulling the plug on treasured resources. Thanks Don Seckler Sent via cell On Jun 5, 2025, at 5:58 PM, Dr. Steven Kanner <drkan...@kannerfamily.com> wrote:  The town, especially with Dan Pereira assisted by the Board of Health, worked extensively on noise mitigation for all residents affected by de Cordova and Pierce House last year and the prior year. Sound measurements were taken at the venues and at the affected houses, and results considered. Multiple procedural changes were proposed and agreed to by Pierce House and DeCordova, as David G below just noted, to keep projected sound at acceptable levels. Note the sound curtains described and the curfew time. This was not a neglected issue.   I unfortunately don’t see the attached letter referred to. But if the solution is failing, and sound levels are higher than previously agreed or out of hours, it would certainly help to have sound intensity and timing documented and sent to Dan for review.   Regards,   SRK   Steven R. Kanner, MD Member, Board of Health Lincoln, MA From: Lincoln <lincoln-boun...@lincolntalk.org> On Behalf Of David G Sent: Thursday, June 05, 2025 5:36 PM To: Jenn Lachey <jenn.lac...@gmail.com> Cc: Lincoln Talk <lincoln@lincolntalk.org> Subject: Re: [LincolnTalk] Looking for support for Decordova and Pierce House noise management   Dear Jenn and fellow residents of Lincoln   My daughter was married at the Pierce House this May  We were given careful instructions about how to ensure that the music was not too loud and speakers stayed strictly behind a sound blocking wall The bar closed at 930 pm and the party ended at 10 as the Town regulations dictate.   The Pierce House is a gem - a special venue that distinguishes the Town and adds to life here. The Director makes sure that the noise regulations are enforced, A similar gem is the Decordova which needs events to help it thrive.  The first Friday evening events there bring people together in a wonderful family friendly atmosphere    Thankfully we don’t live in a place with loud bars.   I think this letter is an over reach and an attempt to introduce needless regulation that will discourage people from using these wonderful venues   I urge people not to sign this letter    David Giber    On Thu, Jun 5, 2025 at 4:00 PM Jenn Lachey <jenn.lac...@gmail.com> wrote: Hi fellow Lincolnites, I hope this message finds you well! am reaching out to let you know about a letter to be sent to the Select Board concerning the level of noise coming from Decordova and Pierce House. A copy of the letter is attached to this email. As you can see, it highlights the issues and proposes some solutions (additional communication from, oversight by, and accountability of the venues) The letter will come from neighbors and others who are routinely negatively impacted as the events at the venues move outdoors (which happens to coincide with when we like to spend time outdoors and with our windows open).  We are all very clear that our goal is not to be party poopers; however, despite past actions taken by the venues to control their sound levels, coordinated by Dan Pereira, assistant town administrator (thank you, Dan!), the levels continue to be excessive, and we are a captive audience.  We are looking for a constructive solution that works for both sides.  If the sounds from the venues trouble you, we need your help. You can provide that by agreeing to have your signature appear on the letter. By obtaining as many signatures as possible, we hope to persuade the Select Board to act to change the situation.  If you are amenable to signing the letter, please send me an email at jenn.lac...@gmail.com and I will add you to the list.   I greatly appreciate your consideration! Jenn -- The LincolnTalk mailing list. To post, send mail to Lincoln@lincolntalk.org. Browse the archives at https://pairlist9.pair.net/mailman/private/lincoln/. Change your subscription settings at https://pairlist9.pair.net/mailman/listinfo/lincoln. -- The LincolnTalk mailing list. To post, send mail to Lincoln@lincolntalk.org. Browse the archives at https://pairlist9.pair.net/mailman/private/lincoln/. Change your subscription settings at https://pairlist9.pair.net/mailman/listinfo/lincoln.

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