HomeMy WebLinkAboutReso 39-2019 (19-266)City of South San Francisco P.O. Box 711 (City Hall,
• 400 Grand Avenue)
South San Francisco, CA
City Council
Resolution: RES 39-2019
File Number: 19-266 Enactment Number: RES 39-2019
RESOLUTION SUPPORTING H.R. 530 (ESHOO) TO RESTORE
LOCAL CONTROL OF 5G DEPLOYMENT AND AUTHORIZE THE
MAYOR TO SIGN A LETTER OF SUPPORT FOR H.R. 530 ON
BEHALF OF THE CITY COUNCIL
WHEREAS, On August 2, 2018 and September 26, 2018, the Federal Communications Commission
(FCC) adopted regulations to limit the ability of cities and states to regulate small cell sites needed for
the deployment of fifth generation (5G) wireless communication equipment; and
WHEREAS, The actions limit the type and amount of fees cities and states may charge, set "shot clocks"
as low as 60 days for cities and states to authorize proposals, and limit non -fee requirements cities and
states may institute; and
WHEREAS, The City of San Jose is leading the coalition of nearly 100 local governments from 22 states
in suing the FCC arguing that the agency lacks the statutory authority to issue such regulations.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED by the City Council of the City of South San Francisco hereby
confirms the City's commitment to overturn the Federal Communications Commission regulations and
authorizes the Mayor to sign a letter of suppport on behalf of the City.
At a meeting of the City Council on 3/27/2019, a motion was made by Mark Nagales, seconded by Richard
Garbarino, that this Resolution be approved. The motion passed.
Yes: 4 Mayor Matsumoto, Vice Mayor Garbarino, Councilmember Addiego, and
Councilmember Nagales
Absent: 1 Councilmember Nicolas
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