Redwood City residents voice concerns over cell towers

Cell tower and map of Red Wood City, CA.

Several residents have voiced concerns over proposed wireless facilities whose applications have been approved or are currently under review.

Roni Ben-David, a resident who has been in contact with city officials about the issue, said the city’s utilities subcommittee heard from several residents during a March meeting. However, she said the response did not adequately address their concerns.

During the meeting, Director of Engineering and Transportation Tanisha Werner said Federal Communications Commission regulations do not allow the city to prohibit small wireless facilities or deny applications. However, Werner noted that the city of San Mateo implemented tighter restrictions in response to similar concerns.

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