Extend moratorium blocking new cell towers until September 2009

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In Plain English

The city currently bans all new cell phone towers and wireless equipment applications. This temporary freeze has been in place while officials work on new rules for where companies can build towers. If approved, the ban continues for several more months until permanent regulations are ready.

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Votes

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Passed

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Why This Vote Matters

The council unanimously extended the city's temporary ban on new cell phone towers and wireless equipment applications for several more months. This moratorium has been in place while city officials develop permanent rules governing where telecommunications companies can build new towers and install equipment. The extension gives staff more time to craft regulations that will determine future tower locations throughout the city. This is a routine administrative action that maintains the status quo while the rule-making process continues.

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