City hopes to move vagrants with music
DANBURY -- Charles Ives is probably rolling over in his grave.
In the city the world renowned composer once called home, officials have proposed using classical music to drive vagrants and drug dealers from Library Place, a public space just outside the library that includes benches, stone walks and a fountain.
The idea isn't a new one. For decades police departments, transit systems and even some retail stores have used classical music in public places as a way to deter unwanted behavior.
While some professionals and homeless advocates scoff at the idea, a library director in Norwich says it works.
"If Danbury tries it I think they'll be amazed at the results," said Robert Farwell, the director of the Otis Library.
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"We want to provide an outdoor setting that's more conducive to families and children who are visiting the library," he said. "We want to set a peaceful tone that encourages people to sit down and read a book but discourages people from spreading out and sleeping. It's been an ongoing challenge for us."
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