HomeMy WebLinkAbout2024-10-29 L. Osterer Testimony Bill 194
From:L Osterer
To:WPCtestimony
Subject:Support Bill 194
Date:Tuesday, October 29, 2024 8:05:36 PM
Please support Bill 194. Without this legislation big telecom will do whatever they
want. No one wants a tower in their neighborhood without their knowledge or
approval. But they are popping up everywhere. They reduce property values and
cause health effects. Permit requirements like these are necessary for our safety and
protection.
Bill 194 reflects what we, the people, want. Council Member Evans introduced the bill
in response to the needs of the community. It includes 5G small wireless facilities
which must be regulated. Hawaii county already passed a resolution to halt 5G. Bill
194 follows up on that by providing necessary regulations that include 5G small cells.
Electrical fires are especially dangerous and cannot be dealt with by anyone until the
source is de-energized. Bill 194 contains a requirement for an emergency power shut-
off on towers and antennas. This is crucial for our protection.
We need a set-back requirement from every property line. because of very intense
winds on the island and the height of these towers, they could damage nearby
buildings. We need this for our protection and safety.
Thank you for hearing the common concerns.
L. Osterer, registered voter and Hawaii resident