Overview
- The NYPD has granted conditional approval for Forest Hills Stadium's 2025 summer concert series, requiring adherence to noise limits and enhanced private security measures.
- Tiebreaker Productions, the stadium’s concert partner, will deploy private security teams to manage access to privately owned streets near the venue, addressing prior concerns over police access.
- The agreement resolves a longstanding conflict with local residents, some of whom had opposed the concerts due to noise, crowds, and alleged racial bias against diverse audiences.
- City officials, led by Queens Borough President Donovan Richards, mediated the deal, emphasizing the cultural and economic value of the stadium while addressing community concerns.
- The permit includes provisions allowing revocation if noise levels exceed legal limits, ensuring accountability throughout the concert season.