(Updated 2026 for context) The rapid expansion of wireless infrastructure — including small cells, macro towers, satellite constellations, subsea cables, and sensor networks — is often presented as necessary for economic growth, innovation, and consumer connectivity. At the same time, these systems form the backbone of emerging artificial intelligence (AI) platforms, cloud computing environments, and defense-related technologies. This post examines the governance implications of that overlap. Things are changing fast. This update is an excerpt […]
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Rick Meyer Testimony Opposing Bill 18-23 and Urging Council to Fully Fund the Office of the People’s Counsel
Archived News (2023) 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: Restore full funding to the statutorily mandated Office of the People’s Counsel (OPC) Testimony of W. E. “Rick” Meyer Public Hearing. Bill 18-23, Structure of County Government – Community Zoning and Land Use Resource Officer April 18, 2023 Watch all of the public testimonies:Montgomery County Council […]
Continue readingCell Tower Application Alert: T Mobile small cells strand mounts coming to Takoma Park
This is just a small sampling of the recent cell tower applications submitted. The following applications have been submitted for Takoma Park: NEW Strand Mounted Antenna Application for corner of Hudson Ave & Flower Ave, Takoma Park https://montgomerycountytfcg.s3.amazonaws.com/Applications/MC2023042144.pdf (link no longer working on county website), but we found this application document: https://montgomerycountytfcg.s3.amazonaws.com/Applications/MC2023042144+Application+and+Report.pdf NEW Strand Mounted Antenna Application for corner Baltimore Ave & Takoma Ave, Takoma Park https://montgomerycountytfcg.s3.amazonaws.com/Applications/MC2023042145.pdf (link no longer working on county website), but […]
Continue readingResearch Spotlight: Paper Titled “Scientific evidence invalidates health assumptions underlying the FCC and ICNIRP exposure limit determinations for radiofrequency radiation: implications for 5G”
In 2022, a peer-reviewed article published in Frontiers in Public Health examined the scientific assumptions underlying current radiofrequency (RF) exposure limits adopted by the Federal Communications Commission (FCC) and the International Commission on Non-Ionizing Radiation Protection (ICNIRP). The paper, titled “Scientific evidence invalidates health assumptions underlying the FCC and ICNIRP exposure limit determinations for radiofrequency radiation: implications for 5G,” evaluates long-term exposure research, carcinogenicity classifications, and precautionary approaches such as ALARA, raising questions about whether […]
Continue readingFCC’s recent big loss in court proves what residents warned all along: Montgomery County Council can’t trust the FCC’s safety standards from 1996 for wireless radiation to protect our families.
This page documents past resident engagement strategies provided for historical reference only and does not reflect current action opportunities. Council will be rushing a ZTA 22–01 zoning vote on Oct. 25th to outrun a Nov. 1st zoning deadline in this year of an election. Use the 1-minute email tool to quickly send emails to the entire Council to oppose cell towers near homes–ZTA 22-01.
Continue readingWireless Safety Standards Should Protect People and Wildlife – Take Action – Join EHT’s Campaign
Archived News and Action alert (2021) 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: U.S. safety limits for wireless radiation have not been reviewed for over 25 years. In August, a landmark federal court ruled that the FCC did not adequately review all the evidence when the FCC refused to update its 1996 wireless radiation exposure limits. […]
Continue readingWatch Now: PRESS BRIEFING June 28, 2021 – MoCo Residents Protest Radical ZTA 19-07
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: PRESS BRIEFING MONDAY, JUNE 28, 11:15 AM Montgomery County Coalition to Protect Neighborhoods Montgomery County Residents Protest Radical Bill ZTA 19-07 That Impose Cell Towers Near Homes — MoCo Council Poised for Straw Vote Who: Residents, Community Groups, Advocacy Groups What: Press Conference on Resident Opposition to “Small” Cell-Tower […]
Continue readingMark Your Calendar: Webinar Information Session: Cell Towers Coming to Residential Neighborhoods in Montgomery County Rick Meyer Presents on Montgomery County’s Broken Process for the Review and Oversight of Cell Towers and What You Need to Know About the 5G Cell Tower ZTA 19-07
Archived Community Submission 2021 This document was originally published in 2021 during public discussions regarding small cells, zoning amendment, problems with Montgomery County processes for cell tower siting. It is preserved here as part of the public record documenting resident engagement and expert commentary during that period. Watch Now! Montgomery County’s Broken Process for Review and Oversight of Cell Towers and What You Need to Know About ZTA 19-07 with Rick Meyer of the Montgomery […]
Continue readingRegister Now for Our Expert Webinar Tues. March 30, 7PM “Montgomery County 5G Small Cell Information Session”
Archived Webinar (March 2021) This webinar was held in March 2021 during ongoing discussions regarding small cell deployment in Montgomery County. It is preserved here as part of the public record of community education efforts. Register for Our Expert Webinar “Montgomery County 5G Small Cell Information Session” UPDATE: Watch the Video Recording of the Webinar on YouTube. What are the Health and Environmental Effects of 5G Deployment in Montgomery County Maryland and How Will the […]
Continue readingWhat Do “Small” Cell Towers Look Like?
Photos of “small” cell towers and other wireless transmission facilities Junkyard right outside your home Here is what a cell tower looks like to a Montgomery Co. family that got a 68′ cell tower in their front yard because of a mistake. Eleven years later it’s still there despite her and her neighbors’ attempts at seeking remedy and testifying before the Montgomery County Council. Watch Vicki Huo’s 2021 Testimony on YouTube. Watch Vicki Huo’s 2019 […]
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