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Commissioner Horan wished to state for the record that a system as proposed by the applicant would give the community an opportunity to communicate more effectively in the event of another earthquake. Peter Polson, 18985 Toggle Avenue, Cupertino, health consultant for the project, stated that he did the report on the possible effects from radio and microwave transmissions which was included in the Commission's packet. He said in the report he notes his calculations of any danger to those people working in or near the site and also of those residents adjacent to the site. His conclusions were that the power densities were going to be very low and based on standards and review of literature, there is nothing to be worried about. John Severini, Pleasanton police captain, supported the installation of the system and felt that this would greatly increase the police department's ability for good coverage of the area. He noted his comments do not take into effect the visual effects of the system; his comments were directed to the use of mobile phones for police vehicles and their ability to better serve the community in safety issues. He felt that most people believe there will be another earthquake and that having a local cell site would greatly enhance the ability to communicate with other areas. He added that the police and fire department greatly rely on cellular phones for much of their communications, and that residents with cellular car phones help police in reporting traffic hazards and accidents. Herbert Marshall, 3202 Clifford Circle, spoke in full support of the project. He said he has worked with microwave equipment with AT&T for 30 years and feels there are no adverse health effects to be experienced by this project. In addition, he felt the visual impact of the tower would be negligible. Larry Kriegbaum, 3225 Clifford Circle, stated that even though no one in their right mind would oppose having a good communication system, he felt the project site was not a good one. He felt it was too near a residential area and that there was simply not enough knowledge regarding the possible effects of microwave radiation to humans. He felt this site was chosen simply because there was a vacant building and that the price was right. He asked for denial of the project because of the close proximity to a residential district. Lynn Kriegbaum, 3225 Clifford Circle, also opposed the application. She said she works with electronics and is aware of the dangers associated with microwave radiation. She quoted articles on the dangers of microwave radiation and compared them to smoking. She urged denial of the project on the grounds of health hazards from magnetic fields. Stan Rathbone, 325 Ray Street, felt that the 65 foot tower was only part of the issue. He expressed concern about the applicant's request for alOft. masonry wall and felt 8 ft. should be the maximum allowed. He also was concerned that a roof might not be strong Minute. Pl.nnin9 Co.-i..ion June 12, 1991 Page 9 -