The City’s wireless telecommunications regulations were established in 1987, and last updated in 1996. Since then, a lot has changed in terms of cell phone ownership, usage, technology, and distribution. State and federal regulations for wireless facilities have also undergone significant modifications in the last 24 years.    

The City is currently undergoing revisions to the Wireless Facilities Ordinance to come into alignment with State and Federal guidelines.  The City is also endeavoring to establish robust wireless services to meet the needs of the community, while minimizing the potential aesthetic impacts of these facilities. 

BACKGROUND
The City’s authority to regulate wireless telecommunication facilities has diminished over time, as various state and federal regulations have been adopted.  You can read about the wireless facilities background here.

MEETINGS

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By phone:  1-669-900-6833  using Webinar ID: 968 6972 2514 

PUBLIC MEETINGS

City Council Meeting - November 23, 2021  7:00PM
Public Hearing Notice

 
Planning Commission Meeting - September 21, 2021  7:00PM
Public Hearing Notice 

Meeting Documents:
Staff Report
Resolution
Wireless Facilities Ordinance (10/26/21 adopted document)
Expanded Background
Legal Framework Summary
General Plan Consistency Analysis
Study Session Memo

Planning Commission Meeting- December 15, 2020  6:00PM
Public Hearing Notice 

Zoom webinar
or by phone:  1-669-900-6833  using Webinar ID: 968 6972 2514 

Meeting Documents:
Staff Report
Approval Authority Appeals
Notice of Outreach
Findings
Preferred Facility Locations
Setbacks
Performance Standards
Design Standards
Definitions
Legal Framework Summary
FAQ's

City Council Meeting- June 25, 2019
Minutes
Meeting (video)