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Bob Cook, owner of the property that is in dispute, wanted the Board to know that <br />he signed the contract with Nextel many years ago and he said that he cannot break it, even if he <br />wanted to. <br />Ray Scent, 1615 71 et Court, Pastor, felt there was nothing that could be done to <br />change the location of the tower and suggested that those who want to make changes need to go to <br />their elected officials. <br />Bob Johnson, Coral Wind Subdivision, suggested Nextell withdraw their contract <br />with Mr. Cook and relocate the tower to another location. He voiced health concerns and said <br />there was no requirement for Nextel to have a tower at this location. Mr. Johnson thought Nextell <br />should provide statistics showing the need for this tower. <br />Planning Director Stan Boling acknowledged that the required technical <br />justification for the tower was provided and reviewed by staff. <br />Chairman Wheeler commented that he would consider sending a synopsis of the <br />past couple meetings to Representative Weldon and Senators Nelson and Martinez, letting them <br />know the people's concerns. He explained that this was where concerns need to be addressed <br />because the Board is powerless. <br />Fred Mensing, 129th Street, told a story of his son having served seven months in <br />Iraq operating sophisticated electronic equipment. He said that after returning, his son was tested <br />for radiation and was told there was none. He favored Nextel increasing the number of towers. <br />There were no additional speakers, and the Chairman closed the Public Hearing. <br />February 20, 2007 16 <br />