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Expert’s opinion appreciated concerning GPICA’s Doppler radar tower discussion

By Staff | Jan 27, 2021

To the editor:

In response to the article, “Topics discussed at the Greater Pine Island Civic Association,” Jan. 13, I was glad to read that someone with experience, a retired meteorologist, spoke out against the 110-foot Doppler radar tower WINK News wants to construct on our island. One of the things that concerns me, they are seeking a variance request due to our height restrictions. The tower would exceed Lee County’s 90-foot and Pine Island’s 45-foot height restrictions. Those restrictions were put in place for a reason and one of them was, the residents of Pine Island wanted to keep new construction in character with our island. This would only open the door for more height variances, “with who knows what else.” It is ugly and would be an eyesore to all who are forced to look at it.

Besides, NBC-2 has Doppler radar for Lee County and that should be sufficient.

Also, I would like to thank Mr. Rapsik for his expertise on this matter and agreeing to speak at the upcoming hearing. Thank you!

Rhonda Dooley

Bokeelia