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on the roof of the one-story building to the east of the proposed site, he indicated that the building is surrounded by trees to the north and northwest. He added that it would much lower than their proposed 60-foot tall tower. He noted that it would definitely not cover what is intended; it would not serve their goal for the site and they would need one or two more sites in the area to achieve their purpose. Mr. Iachella stated that their propagation tool is not designed for variances of 10 to 15 to 20 feet, but for variations of coverage for a 300-foot tall tower which would show the differences for 50 to 100 feet and to help them design surrounding sites. He noted that most of the technical data being requested cannot be provided, and he would need to discuss with his superiors about what could be provided from the list. He indicated that they have used these tools with other sites and use them together to design the site, in conjunction with their own experience with different sites, with trees that surround the buildings, and with the line of sight to neighborhoods. Mr. Lobaugh stated that at the last hearing, the Commission asked that Verizon study the adjacent site and had expressly stated not to pursue a third party study. He indicated that he and Verizon staff evaluated the parcel next door, and the large, mature Redwood trees would completely block their signal north. He noted that their evaluation may appear to be simplistic but that this was all the Commission asked them to do. With respect to the satellite dish, Mr. Lobaugh stated that the Commission's concern is the visibility factor. He indicated that the dishes come in different sizes and can be moved up and down a few feet. He added that they can also put antenna socks on them which are netting materials that go over the dish to obscure them within the branches similar to the antenna. He noted that the dishes would be positioned at a height that is required for them to achieve their purpose. Commissioner Pentin inquired how many monopines there are in the area with similar satellite dishes and coverage as described, and where they are located. Mr. Lobaugh replied that there is only one he is aware of is located north of I-680 in a self-storage yard. He stated that the needle color looks bluish and would not be a good example. Commissioner Pentin inquired if there were examples outside the area, for example, in San Jose, Santa Clara, San Francisco, Marin County, or Santa Cruz. Mr. Lobaugh replied that its use in the Bay Area it is not that prevalent and added that there are excellent examples going up Highway 50 to the Tahoe area. Commissioner Pentin noted that Highway 50 is a scenic highway and he inquired if the facilities along the highway incorporates dishes, needles, and other items as described. Mr. Lobaugh stated that it is not an unusual situation to put satellite dishes on a monopine. PLANNING COMMISSION MEETING MINUTES, October 27, 2010 Page 6 of 17