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Council reviews RF test results after Verizon tower activation; readings well below exposure limits
Summary
After a Verizon cell tower went live, calibrated tests at multiple nearby points showed radiofrequency levels far below FCC exposure limits; staff said the highest measured reading was a small fraction of the permissible limit and offered to provide the report to residents.
Council members discussed calibrated radiofrequency measurements taken after a nearby Verizon cell tower was activated. Staff presented side‑by‑side comparisons of readings taken before and after the tower was turned on and reported no readings near federal exposure limits.
Jason summarized the testing: technicians measured at 10 locations and the highest recorded reading at one test point rose from 0.004 to 0.036 (in the units used by the report), a fraction of the referenced permissible exposure metric. Jason said the testing used certified, calibrated equipment and certified operators and concluded, "There is no danger from the RF radiation," based on the measurements and applicable FCC guidelines.
Council members acknowledged some residents’ concerns and said staff would provide the full report on request as a public document. The council indicated it would likely repeat checks in the future to verify ongoing compliance.
