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PEORIA, Ariz. \u2014 Peoria City Councill members will have the final say on a proposed 70-foot cell tower in the Vistancia community which has divided residents.<\/p>\n

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Verizon is seeking approval to build the wireless communications facility at the Foothills Center, arguing the tower would help address unreliable cell service in the area. But residents who live near the proposed site say the structure would negatively impact views, property values and potentially create safety concerns.<\/p>\n<\/p><\/div>\n

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The city’s Planning and Zoning Commission denied the application on May 7, but Verizon has appealed the decision. The Peoria City Council now has the authority to approve, deny or modify the project.<\/p>\n<\/p><\/div>\n

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During the May 7 hearing, residents who support and oppose the cell tower voiced strong opinions. “We have million-dollar homes, and now I’m going to be looking at a 70-foot tower out my back window,” one resident said.<\/p>\n<\/p><\/div>\n

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Others raised concerns about potential impacts on property values and public safety. “Homes near towers can lose approximately 8 percent of their value,” another resident told commissioners.<\/p>\n<\/p><\/div>\n

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Supporters, however, said the need for reliable cellular service outweighs those concerns. “I unfortunately must endure the same undependable cell phone coverage other residents in the area must endure,” one resident said. Others argued that poor service can create safety issues during emergencies. “There’s a lot of people who are desperate and have actually listed the number of 911 calls that were dropped,” another resident said.<\/p>\n

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Ultimately, the Planning and Zoning Commission sided with opponents and denied the application.<\/p>\n<\/p><\/div>\n

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“These homeowners bought homes with view fencing next to a premier community amenity, I just don’t see this as an appropriate land use at that location,” said Commissioner Tony Feiter.<\/p>\n<\/p><\/div>\n

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The Peoria City Council is scheduled to consider the appeal on Tuesday. Council members can approve, deny or modify the proposal.<\/p>\n<\/p><\/div>\n

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City officials are encouraging residents to attend the meeting and provide public comment. The meeting begins at 6 p.m. at Peoria City Hall.<\/p>\n<\/p><\/div>\n

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