08/22/2025
Councilwoman Maria Lacca Announces Victory for Fifth Ward Residents in Chelsea Beach Bar Noise Dispute
ATLANTIC CITY — After months of negotiations and strong advocacy on behalf of the residents of the Fifth Ward, Councilwoman Maria Lacca is proud to announce a major victory in addressing the long-standing noise concerns surrounding the Chelsea/Goldfish Beach Bar.
The City has officially confirmed that it is in the process of moving the beach bar to a new location that will have the least effect on residential neighborhoods. This decisive action follows repeated complaints from residents who have endured excessive late-night noise disrupting their quality of life.
In addition, the City has reinforced that the bar must comply with all state and local regulations regarding sound levels, with strict enforcement measures in place. The owner of the Chelsea Beach Bar has formally agreed to:
• Operate only 2–3 nights per week,
• Hire police details on Friday and Saturday evenings to monitor disturbances, and
• Abide by noise level regulations with ongoing monitoring by the City’s Police Department using official decibel readers.
“This is a major Win for the people of the Fifth Ward,” said Councilwoman Lacca. “Residents have been clear in their calls for respect in their neighborhood, and I am proud to have fought alongside them. Our voices were heard, and together we achieved meaningful change that will restore quality of life to our community.”
The City has committed to ongoing monitoring of the situation to ensure compliance and to protect neighborhood well-being.
“This outcome proves that when residents and leadership stand together, we can make real change,” Councilwoman Lacca added. “I thank the Fifth Ward for their persistence, and I will continue to ensure their concerns remain front and center at City Hall moving forward.”