The Jefferson County Planning commissioners have voted unanimously for only indoor shooting ranges in Jefferson County.
This is truly a win-win solution because it allows for shooting ranges, while protecting all residents, including wild and domestic animals, from the trauma of second-hand noise.
I consider gun noise to be similar to second-hand smoke because the person smoking has the pleasure of breathing in smoke, but then subjects those around them to their unhealthy exhaled smoke.
Gun owners also enjoy the shooting of their guns and protecting their ears while subjecting all life around them to their second-hand gun noise.
As a zoology major and retired counselor, I am very aware of the traumatic impact to both people and animals to loud and repetitive noise.
Just look at the PTSD experienced by returning vets when they hear loud noises.
We have already protected ourselves from second-hand smoke.
The county can now protect all life from second-hand gun noise.
I thank the Jefferson County commissioners in advance for not allowing outdoor shooting facilities.
Kathleen Waldron,
Nordland