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Planning Commission November 20, 2001 Page 11 added another intent was to establish a uniform set of standards for construction 2 of towers or other WTFs. 3 Chair Melsha added that he felt that the new ordinance was much more 4 comprehensive than the old ordinance. 5 Chair Melsha asked about the right to escrow some money, and if Henry had any 6 information from other cities and their guidelines. Henry stated she had no 7 information at this time, but would be able to attain a reasonable number for when 8 they meet with the City Council. 9 Motion by Chair Melsha, second by Commissioner Hanson,to recommend the 10 adoption of Section 1680: Wireless Telecommunication Towers and Facilities, 11 and repeal Section 1160. The purposes are set forth in the original ordinance in 12 section 1680.02: The purpose of this Section is to regulate the placement, 13 construction, and modification of Towers and WTFs in order to protect the health, 14 safety, and welfare of the public, while at the same time encouraging the 15 development of the competitive wireless telecommunications marketplace in the 16 City. 17 Motion carried unanimously. aCouncilmember Thuesen asked if the Planning Commission had any questions of 19 him before he left for the evening. 20 Commissioner Thomas asked why they decided to forego public applications for 21 the City Council seat that was given to Jerry Faust. Councilmember Thuesen 22 stated that he felt that the City Council was in a unique situation at this time and 23 that they needed someone with experience and know-how, which Jerry Faust 24 possesses. 25 Councilmember Thuesen added that Mr. Faust has a great deal of knowledge and 26 experience which will aid the Council in the many issues that they currently have 27 on hand. 28 Commissioner Tillman asked why Councilmember Thuesen did not think they 29 could accomplish the same thing going through an interview process. 30 Councilmember Thuesen stated that he felt there would be a sort of dog-and-pony 31 show associated with the last public election. He added that he felt that they had 32 the right person at the right time and acted on it. 33 Commissioner Hanson asked about Apache Plaza and where Councilmember 34 Thuesen thought the project was headed, in light of the resignation by Mayor Dennis Cavanaugh. Councilmember Thuesen stated that he felt that it was moving forward, in spite of the Mayor's resignation. He added that he hoped they 37 receive a variety of proprietors and developers.