Archived News (2019) This post is preserved as part of the public record and historical documentation of community engagement at that time. For broader regulatory and governance context, see: January 25, 2021 UPDATE * SHARE AND DISTRIBUTE WIDELY * By Rick Meyer, Montgomery County Coalition for the Control of Cell Towers HE’S BACK!! COUNCILMEMBER RIEMER RE-INTRODUCES ZTA19-07 while announcing A “FINAL PUSH” TO PASS INDUSTRY FRIENDLY ZONING REGS IN THE MIDST OF A RAGING PANDEMIC […]
Continue readingWatch: New Video to Raise Awareness About 5G – WE DO NOT CONSENT
WE DO NOT CONSENT VIDEO – Please Share Widely For the APRIL 25TH STOP 5G GLOBAL ONLINE PROTEST. Please enjoy and share widely!! It will hopefully both raise awareness about 5G and inspire. PLEASE JOIN US TODAY FOR THE GLOBAL PROTEST DAY WEBINAR PANEL PRESENTATION. 18:00 UK time, 1:00 pm EST; 10:00 AM PST. Panelists will discuss satellites, the internet’s footprint, EMF science, privacy, loss of local control, effects on wildlife, and the interplay of […]
Continue readingSign to Join CHD’s Submission to Stop FCC Rule Allowing 5G & Satellites Antennas on Homes
Historical action alert (April 2020): This post is preserved as part of the record of resident engagement with federal FCC proceedings. The linked action page reflects the context and timing of the original filing window; links and deadlines may no longer be current.
Continue readingZTA 19-07 is now in “Suspended Animation” while County pursues two suits against FCC
Context (April 2020): At the time of this post, Montgomery County was pursuing federal litigation challenging aspects of the FCC’s small cell deployment orders while deliberations on ZTA-19-07 remained unresolved. These legal challenges were part of consolidated federal litigation involving the FCC’s 2018 Small Cell Order and related regulatory issues affecting local authority over wireless infrastructure. An Update from Rick Meyer for Montgomery County Coalition for the Control of Cell Towers Hoping this email finds […]
Continue readingOpinion: Montgomery Council Must Act Now to Protect Residents From 5G Radiation (Maryland Matters)
Archived Opinion (2020) This opinion piece was published in March 2020 during early 5G small cell deployment debates in Montgomery County. It reflects concerns raised at the time regarding regulatory oversight and potential public health implications. In 2020, as small cell deployments expanded under state and federal regulatory frameworks, some residents and experts urged the Montgomery County Council to reassess oversight mechanisms and consider precautionary measures. Maryland Matters – March 6, 2020 “The next generation […]
Continue readingSample Letter for Opposing 3rd Cell Tower Near Blair High School – There are Other Possible Sites for this Public Safety Radio Equipment
Sample Letter You Can Personalize Send Comments to Planning Board by Noon Wednesday March 4 Send to: OCEMail@montgomerycountymd.gov, Councilmember.Katz@montgomerycountymd.gov, County.Council@montgomerycountymd.gov, MCPChair@mncppc-mc.org. Gwen.Wright@montgomeryplanning.org, Joshua.Penn@montgomeryplanning.org Re: Mandatory Referral 2020013 PSSM at FS 16 Dear County Executive Elrich, Members of the County Council and Planning Board Commissioners: I’m writing to request that the application for the 199’ Macro Tower adjacent to Blair High School be withdrawn. This would be a second tower within 50 feet of the Blair […]
Continue readingFacts about the Blair High School Cell Tower
Archived News and Action alert (2019) This post is preserved as part of the public record and historical documentation of community engagement at that time. For broader regulatory and governance context, see: A new 199 foot cell tower is about to be placed right near Blair High school. Take Action Now to Oppose This Installation & the loophole where future Telecom Antennas could be added without public notice or a hearing.The FCC hasn’t updated their […]
Continue readingCommunity Vision for Takoma ZTA19-07 Testimony
YOUR CHOICE IS CLEAR: Champion Public Interests – Or Let the Telecom Industry Rule Our Streets Nov. 19, 2019 Statement on behalf of Community Vision for Takoma* by Colleen Cordes Our Health and Safety Is Not Negotiable — Letting cell towers be installed as close as 30 feet from homes is to gamble with our health and the health of our children and grandchildren. Everyone on the Council is smart enough to know that we […]
Continue readingFIRST EVER 5G GLOBAL PROTEST DAY JANUARY 25TH, 2020
Humanity, the Natural World, Earth, and Space are under assault – indeed the entire planet is being microwaved. We were never consulted. We do not consent!! ANNOUNCEMENT (PLEASE SHARE WIDELY!): Saturday, the 25th of January 2020 will be the first ever 5G Global Protest Day!Please join in as communities, towns, cities and countries around the world rise up against the threat of 5G wireless technology. Two Weeks of Action to raise awareness about the harms of 5G from January […]
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