Extend ban on new cell phone towers and wireless facilities through September 2008
In Plain English
The city currently blocks all new wireless towers and equipment while developing permanent rules. This extends the temporary ban for several more months. If approved, companies cannot apply for permits to build cell towers or modify existing wireless facilities until September.
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Votes
Motion to adopt Ordinance No. 17-08 N.S.
7 to 0
Why This Vote Matters
The council unanimously extended the city's temporary ban on new wireless towers and cell equipment through September. This means telecommunications companies cannot apply for permits to build new cell towers or modify existing wireless facilities while the city continues developing permanent rules for where such equipment can be located. The moratorium gives the city more time to create regulations that will govern future wireless infrastructure in the community. This continues the council's existing policy of pausing all wireless development until comprehensive rules are in place.
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