Urban Crossing Telecommunications Tower

Expressed frustration with years of poor digital service and urged the council to approve the tower supported by 98% of neighbors.

Supported the tower, noting that fiber providers have declined to service their small subdivision and weather emergency communications are poor.

Spoke in strong support of the cell tower, highlighting terrible neighborhood internet speeds and the need for reliable work-from-home connectivity.

Representing Hemphill LLC, explained that the 120-foot monopole tower meets ordinance separation standards and provides necessary 5G coverage.

Stated that cell and internet service in the neighborhood is terrible and asked the commission to approve the tower.

Explained how remote work and daily life are severely impacted by terrible internet service and asked the commission to approve the tower.

Expressed strong support for the cell tower, noting that neighborhood residents have begged providers for fiber internet with no success and desperately need reliable service for working from home.

Spoke on behalf of SBA Communications regarding smart city planning and suggested alternative tower locations.

Urged the commission to approve the tower, pointing out that 98% of neighborhood residents support it and criticizing opposing legal representation as a commercial tactic by a rival company.

Shared three years of history trying to find internet solutions for the neighborhood, noting the tower will remove an eyesore lattice tower and provide much-needed connectivity.

Spoke on behalf of SBA Communications against the tower, arguing it violates zoning spirit, creates safety issues near emergency access, and is unnecessary due to nearby coverage.