Reports: Elderly Couple Faces Birdfeeder Fine

An elderly Ramsey couple is facing a borough fine of as much as $500 over a birdfeeder in the backyard, reports Monday said.

According to an NBC report, Ramsey residents Alfred and Annette Rockefeller were issued a summons after neighbors complained about the 12 peanut-stocked birdfeeders they keep in their backyard. According to complaints, the feeders don’t only attract birds, but other animals like squirrels and deer, the report said.

The Rockefellers say they are in accordance with a borough ordinance allowing for hanging birdfeeders on private property, CBS reported Monday.

According to NorthJersey.com, Alfred, 77, is disabled and homebound, and says that watching the birds feed is one of his daily joys.

Rockefeller and his 66-year-old wife told NorthJersey.com they feel like they are being “picked on,” with the summons.

But, borough officials say the animals are causing damage to neighbors’ yards, reports say.

The couple is expected in borough court Tuesday evening, where they will face a $250 to $500 fine, reports say.

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