In response “Do We Need A Cell Tower?”

 In response to Mr. Rosenzweig’s letter “Do We Need A Cell Tower?” the answer is a resounding YES! 


He does make some good arguments as to the area’s charm, but there are many other uses of a cell tower.  Would the argument be the same when a loved one is having a cardiac event and the paramedics cannot get adequate service to speak with a physician or send telemetry? 


Would the argument be the same if a tanker carrying hazardous materials crashes on Rt. 22 and the Fire Department cannot pull up the latest weather and wind directions from the trucks to set up an evacuation area?  Would the argument be the same if a police officer cannot get the latest information on suspect via their MDT (Mobile Data Terminals).  And yes, there are plenty of areas in the county where the emergency services radios have difficulty transmitting and receiving.  


So before we as a town say no to a cell tower as a convenience, please consider the essential public safety uses they provide.


Michael LaForge