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HomeMy WebLinkAbout2024-09-12 Heidi Hirsh Testimony #4 -Oppose From:Heidi Hirsh To:LPCtestimony Subject:Oppose Item #4 Date:Thursday, September 12, 2024 12:16:41 PM Aloha, I support Council Member Cindy Evans' proposed telecommunications ordinance, Bill 194, which had already been forwarded to you, thus I oppose Item #4. The new ordinance proposed by the Director is not strict enough toward the telecommunications industry and does not provide enough protections for our community. The proposed ordinance gives almost total power to Planning with no other agencies or experts involved! We need the scientific test results and key experts to weigh in on the decisions to be made. Plus, it rushes the approval process to only 30 days. It has no provisions to protect us against 5G small cells. It allows towers at schools and day care centers! Having no protection from 5G transmissions and placing them near schools and residential areas is egregious! Please consider Council Member Evans proposed ordinance which has clear, attainable requirements. It is the perfect balance between the health, safety and welfare needs of the people and the needs of the tech industry. Thank you for your consideration, Heidi Hirsh