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Planning Commission Minutes DRAFT September 23, 2004 Page 8 Maynard Stevenson, Prospect Avenue, also a member of the emergency committee, voiced support of the project. His neighbor has a tower and eventually he did not even notice it. The public service aspect of this antenna should weigh heavily on the decision. He felt some of the out of control Eucalyptus trees are much more of a view blocker than this antenna. Alder Yu, 12692 La Cresta Drive, stated he was most effected by this tower. He referred to his letter which is a part of the staff report. He stated that according to Los Altos Hills site development review process, any project should be in harmony with their neighbors. Also special consideration should be given for the protection of the view and ridgelines, hilltops and view corridor. However, Mr. Abraham's request does not match any of the previous statements. He reviewed photos provided indicating affects on views from his property. Even if the tower was 40 to 60 feet in height, he would still be able to see it from his window facing east. He referred to the latest Town Newsletter stating to erect such a object is in conflict with the spirit of the Town. In the past 10 days, he has only seen two balloons for two hours indicating the proposed height of the antenna/tower. The residents have not been properly notified regarding the height and impact of the project. He stated that it just so happens that all adjacent neighbors surrounding the Abraham property belong to minority groups. He felt they have the same equal rights of anyone to enjoy their rights. The proposed project, if approved, will deprive them of their rights. There are two ham radio towers at 12648 La Cresta Drive which should be tall enough to receive any signal around the world and have received much criticism from neighbors. They do not need a third antenna within a one mile distance. There are numerous ways to communicate. The community does not have to suffer for one person's hobby. He strongly opposed this proposal. Commission Kerns asked Mr. Yu, if approved, did he have a preferred height and a time of operation. Mr. Yu responded even with the antenna at its lowest height, it would still effect his view but 30 or 40 feet might a be reasonable height. Chung -Jen Ho, 12696 La Cresta Drive, stated his main concern was radiation. Also the interference with the wireless phone communication, and because the structure is huge, it will break the harmonic view of his neighborhood. James Liu, 12690 La Cresta Drive, new neighbor and shared the concerns of the neighbors. This is a 40 foot wide tower, 89 feet tall. He did not see how anyone could dismiss it or it could blend in with the environment. He agreed with Jim's hobby but perhaps a more reasonable compromise is appropriate. The Town has such strict restrictions regarding building codes, aesthetic value and views, this will not help with the neighbor's property values. Also, you will see this tower from miles around. Jen Huang, 12815 Viscaino Road, neighbor right below the Abraham property, stated that the antenna is higher than shown in the photos. He viewed the tower stating he would not want the tower either. They should consider the other neighbors and how much this would affect them and find a good compromise that they can all agree on.