Strategy
Geographic
Issue /
Strategy
ID #
NOISE
NOI-1 Noise from Keesler Medical Center Generators
Monthly testing of the Keesler Medical Center generators creates noise which impacts the adjacent Oak Park neighborhood residents.
NOI-1A Proj
Study Area Consider Noise Reduction Measures for the Medical Center Generators
Keesler AFB should evaluate the use of baffles and install them to reduce the sound
transmission from the generator testing.
Short
Term
NOI-1B Proj
Study Area Consider Developing a Voluntary Sound Attenuation Retrofit Program for Residential
Uses
Consider developing a program that provides guidance on sound attenuation standards for
retrofitting existing residential uses. The program can include grant opportunities available to
assist property owners in retrofitting structures impacted by the noise from generator testing.
Other funding sources for retrofitting homes should be identified and provided within the
program materials.
Mid
Term
NOI-2 Noise from Chiller on Keesler Air Force Base
The chiller for Arnold Hall is located outside the building approximately 40 feet from adjacent residences in the Oak Park neighborhood. When operational, the chiller
creates noise which impacts the adjacent neighborhood residents.
NOI-2A Proj
JLUS Report
Study Area Consider Noise Reduction Measures for the Medical Center Chillers
Keesler AFB should evaluate additional noise mitigation approaches for the chiller operations
including replacement of the chiller system.
Short
Term
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