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Verizon May Pursue Legal Action Against Arcadia Over Residential Tower
VOLUME 21, NO. 11
The telecoms giant usually gets their way BY DANIEL GARAY
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fter a five-and-a-half-hour public comment section on Feb. 7, the Arcadia City Council voted to reject Verizon’s petition for the construction of a 53’tall, faux bell tower on the lot of the Church of the Transfiguration to the relief of residents living in the area. The culmination of a two-yearlong fight seemed to be over. However, this was only the beginning for Verizon. On the Council meeting on Feb. 21, the City Council’s closed session set to address the possible threat of legal action on the part of Verizon. The City soon followed by hiring three law firms for possible defense litigation through approval of a consent calendar item on March 7. City Manager Dominic Lazzaretto wrote in an email to Beacon Media News, “No litigation has been filed, but Verizon has indicated they are reviewing their options, including considering filing a lawsuit. We hope to be able to help them find an alternate site that may meet their needs and fit better in the community.” While a lawsuit has not yet been filed, recent history shows that this is next on Verizon’s sequence of actions, including settling with the city. Arcadians Against Residential Towers (AART) believes this would be a betrayal of the public interests if the City of Arcadia works to
SEE PAGE 10 “We are aware that Verizon typically will try and litigate to get their way, as is their common practice,” said Dr. Eli Tsou, a member of AART.
Free Technology Learning Lab Classes With Hands-on Practice A variety of technology related subjects are taught within 60 - 90 minutes in a small group setting. There is limited enrollment and certain prerequisites may apply. The complete schedule of courses will be available on the Library’s website at www.ArcadiaCA.gov/library beginning Tuesday, March 21,
2017. In-person registration for Arcadia residents only (with valid ID) will begin on Tuesday, March 28, 2017 from 10 a.m. until noon. At noon registration will be open to all, either in person or by phone. Sessions fill up fast, so register early! For more information, please call (626)821-5569
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Scrapbooking Studio The Museum invites you to our Scrapbooking Studio! Bring your scrapbook and personal photographs and the Museum will provide various scrapbooking materials. This is a great opportunity to learn new techniques, try out different products, get creative with friends from your community, and preserve your memories! The studio will be held on the first Fridays of April, May and June 2017 from 2 - 3 p.m.
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