The Village of Plandome Board of Trustees voted to declare that the construction of a macro wireless facility tower will have no significant environmental impactat its Monday, March 9, meeting,
bringing the village one step closer to building the long-delayed project.
The tower, planned for a plot of land near the Department of Public Works that itleasedto Liberty North Shore, has been in the works for years.
The village also voted to reaffirm its lease with the tenant in case of any public pushback against the tower as has occurred in some municipalities.
Liberty North Shore is in talks with different companies to operate the tower and is looking to finalize an agreement with Verizon, the board said.
But Village Attorney Paul Pepper said he is not expecting any public opposition.
“The first two hearings we had the reception was great,” he said.
Pepper said about 20 residents showed up to voice their support due to poor cellular coverage in the village.
“We all know we need better cell service,” said Mayor John Kurkjian.
Clerk/Treasurer Barbara Peebles also updated the board on the village’s financial standing as it prepares for budget season.
Source: LI Press
