APPLETON (WLUK) — As excessive vehicle noise continues to cause problems in Appleton, city leaders are increasingly targeting illegal exhaust systems.
Earlier this year, a group called “Stop the Noise” formed to call attention to the issue, saying it has a negative impact on those who live and work in the area. FOX 11 spoke with Appleton Mayor Jake Woodford back in September to find out what his office was doing to combat the noise levels. And last month, approximately 100 Appleton residents, businesses and higher education leaders gathered to discuss what progress has been made and push for more enforcement.
Advocates say they are calling out vehicles with no mufflers or that loudly rev their engines — not just ordinary car or motorcycle traffic…